Memory kits / Comparison

Patriot Intel Extreme Master, Limited Ed 8GB (2x4GB) DDR3 1600 CL9 vs Patriot Viper II Sector 7 Edition 12GB (3x4GB) DDR3 1333 CL9

RAM · Patriot

Patriot Intel Extreme Master, Limited Ed 8GB (2x4GB) DDR3 1600 CL9

2×4 GB · DDR3 · 1600 MHz · CL9
GEAR SCORE 40.0 / 100Average
Capacity35
Speed18
Latency80
Generation25
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RAM · Patriot

Patriot Viper II Sector 7 Edition 12GB (3x4GB) DDR3 1333 CL9

3×4 GB · DDR3 · 1333 MHz · CL9
GEAR SCORE 39.0 / 100Entry level
Capacity50
Speed12
Latency65
Generation25
Verdict

Patriot Intel Extreme Master, Limited Ed 8GB (2x4GB) DDR3 1600 CL9 and Patriot Viper II Sector 7 Edition 12GB (3x4GB) DDR3 1333 CL9 are neck and neck on specs: gear scores 40 and 39.

  • Total capacity: Patriot Viper II Sector 7 Edition 12GB (3x4GB) DDR3 1333 CL9 leads (12 GB vs 8 GB).
  • Speed: Patriot Intel Extreme Master, Limited Ed 8GB (2x4GB) DDR3 1600 CL9 leads (1,600 MHz vs 1,333 MHz).
  • Patriot Intel Extreme Master, Limited Ed 8GB (2x4GB) DDR3 1600 CL9 has lower true latency (11.3 ns vs 13.5 ns; speed and CL combined).
Pick this

Patriot Intel Extreme Master, Limited Ed 8GB (2x4GB) DDR3 1600 CL9

If you care most about speed, true latency.

Pick this

Patriot Viper II Sector 7 Edition 12GB (3x4GB) DDR3 1333 CL9

If you care most about total capacity.

Spec-by-spec comparison

Patriot Intel Extreme Master, Limited Ed 8GB (2x4GB) DDR3 1600 CL9Patriot Viper II Sector 7 Edition 12GB (3x4GB) DDR3 1333 CL9
40Gear score39
DDR3TypeDDR3
8 GBTotal capacity12 GB
2×4 GBKit3×4 GB
1,600 MHzSpeed1,333 MHz
CL9CAS latencyCL9

The gear score is computed from specifications only (e.g. for a mouse: weight, sensor, polling rate, connection and release year). It isn’t a lab test and doesn’t measure personal preferences like shape or grip.

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FAQ

Is Patriot Intel Extreme Master, Limited Ed 8GB (2x4GB) DDR3 1600 CL9 or Patriot Viper II Sector 7 Edition 12GB (3x4GB) DDR3 1333 CL9 better?

Patriot Intel Extreme Master, Limited Ed 8GB (2x4GB) DDR3 1600 CL9 and Patriot Viper II Sector 7 Edition 12GB (3x4GB) DDR3 1333 CL9 are neck and neck on specs: gear scores 40 and 39. Total capacity: Patriot Viper II Sector 7 Edition 12GB (3x4GB) DDR3 1333 CL9 leads (12 GB vs 8 GB). Speed: Patriot Intel Extreme Master, Limited Ed 8GB (2x4GB) DDR3 1600 CL9 leads (1,600 MHz vs 1,333 MHz). Patriot Intel Extreme Master, Limited Ed 8GB (2x4GB) DDR3 1600 CL9 has lower true latency (11.3 ns vs 13.5 ns; speed and CL combined).

Which one is faster?

Speed: Patriot Intel Extreme Master, Limited Ed 8GB (2x4GB) DDR3 1600 CL9 leads (1,600 MHz vs 1,333 MHz).