Memory kits / Comparison

Patriot Viper Elite II 32GB (2x16GB) DDR4 4000 CL20 vs Patriot Viper Venom 32GB (2x16GB) DDR5 5600 CL36

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Patriot Viper Elite II 32GB (2x16GB) DDR4 4000 CL20

2×16 GB · DDR4 · 4000 MHz · CL20
GEAR SCORE 82.0 / 100Very good
Capacity90
Speed76
Latency90
Generation62
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Patriot Viper Venom 32GB (2x16GB) DDR5 5600 CL36

2×16 GB · DDR5 · 5600 MHz · CL36
GEAR SCORE 83.0 / 100Very good
Capacity90
Speed77
Latency70
Generation100
Verdict

Patriot Viper Elite II 32GB (2x16GB) DDR4 4000 CL20 and Patriot Viper Venom 32GB (2x16GB) DDR5 5600 CL36 are neck and neck on specs: gear scores 82 and 83.

  • Speed: Patriot Viper Venom 32GB (2x16GB) DDR5 5600 CL36 leads (5,600 MHz vs 4,000 MHz).
  • CAS latency: Patriot Viper Elite II 32GB (2x16GB) DDR4 4000 CL20 leads (CL20 vs CL36).
  • Patriot Viper Elite II 32GB (2x16GB) DDR4 4000 CL20 has lower true latency (10.0 ns vs 12.9 ns; speed and CL combined).
Pick this

Patriot Viper Elite II 32GB (2x16GB) DDR4 4000 CL20

If you care most about cAS latency, true latency.

Pick this

Patriot Viper Venom 32GB (2x16GB) DDR5 5600 CL36

If you care most about speed.

Spec-by-spec comparison

Patriot Viper Elite II 32GB (2x16GB) DDR4 4000 CL20Patriot Viper Venom 32GB (2x16GB) DDR5 5600 CL36
82Gear score83
DDR4TypeDDR5
32 GBTotal capacity32 GB
2×16 GBKit2×16 GB
4,000 MHzSpeed5,600 MHz
CL20CAS latencyCL36
≈ $190Estimated price≈ $168

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 Viper Elite II 32GB (2x16GB) DDR4 4000 CL20 or Patriot Viper Venom 32GB (2x16GB) DDR5 5600 CL36 better?

Patriot Viper Elite II 32GB (2x16GB) DDR4 4000 CL20 and Patriot Viper Venom 32GB (2x16GB) DDR5 5600 CL36 are neck and neck on specs: gear scores 82 and 83. Speed: Patriot Viper Venom 32GB (2x16GB) DDR5 5600 CL36 leads (5,600 MHz vs 4,000 MHz). CAS latency: Patriot Viper Elite II 32GB (2x16GB) DDR4 4000 CL20 leads (CL20 vs CL36). Patriot Viper Elite II 32GB (2x16GB) DDR4 4000 CL20 has lower true latency (10.0 ns vs 12.9 ns; speed and CL combined).

Which one is faster?

Speed: Patriot Viper Venom 32GB (2x16GB) DDR5 5600 CL36 leads (5,600 MHz vs 4,000 MHz).

How much do they cost?

Estimated prices: Patriot Viper Elite II 32GB (2x16GB) DDR4 4000 CL20 ≈ $190, Patriot Viper Venom 32GB (2x16GB) DDR5 5600 CL36 ≈ $168. Current prices vary by store.