TeamGroup T-Force Vulcan 16GB (1x16GB) DDR5 5200 CL40 vs TeamGroup T-Force Vulcan Z 16GB (2x8GB) DDR4 3200 CL16
TeamGroup T-Force Vulcan 16GB (1x16GB) DDR5 5200 CL40
1×16 GB · DDR5 · 5200 MHz · CL40TeamGroup T-Force Vulcan Z 16GB (2x8GB) DDR4 3200 CL16
2×8 GB · DDR4 · 3200 MHz · CL16 · 2018TeamGroup T-Force Vulcan 16GB (1x16GB) DDR5 5200 CL40 and TeamGroup T-Force Vulcan Z 16GB (2x8GB) DDR4 3200 CL16 are neck and neck on specs: gear scores 69 and 69.
- Speed: TeamGroup T-Force Vulcan 16GB (1x16GB) DDR5 5200 CL40 leads (5,200 MHz vs 3,200 MHz).
- CAS latency: TeamGroup T-Force Vulcan Z 16GB (2x8GB) DDR4 3200 CL16 leads (CL16 vs CL40).
- TeamGroup T-Force Vulcan Z 16GB (2x8GB) DDR4 3200 CL16 has lower true latency (10.0 ns vs 15.4 ns; speed and CL combined).
TeamGroup T-Force Vulcan 16GB (1x16GB) DDR5 5200 CL40
If you care most about speed.
TeamGroup T-Force Vulcan Z 16GB (2x8GB) DDR4 3200 CL16
If you care most about cAS latency, true latency.
Spec-by-spec comparison
| TeamGroup T-Force Vulcan 16GB (1x16GB) DDR5 5200 CL40 | TeamGroup T-Force Vulcan Z 16GB (2x8GB) DDR4 3200 CL16 | |
|---|---|---|
| 69 | Gear score | 69 |
| DDR5 | Type | DDR4 |
| 16 GB | Total capacity | 16 GB |
| 1×16 GB | Kit | 2×8 GB |
| 5,200 MHz | Speed | 3,200 MHz |
| CL40 | CAS latency | CL16 |
| — | Release year | 2018 |
| ≈ $172 | Estimated price | ≈ $78 |
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 TeamGroup T-Force Vulcan 16GB (1x16GB) DDR5 5200 CL40 or TeamGroup T-Force Vulcan Z 16GB (2x8GB) DDR4 3200 CL16 better?
TeamGroup T-Force Vulcan 16GB (1x16GB) DDR5 5200 CL40 and TeamGroup T-Force Vulcan Z 16GB (2x8GB) DDR4 3200 CL16 are neck and neck on specs: gear scores 69 and 69. Speed: TeamGroup T-Force Vulcan 16GB (1x16GB) DDR5 5200 CL40 leads (5,200 MHz vs 3,200 MHz). CAS latency: TeamGroup T-Force Vulcan Z 16GB (2x8GB) DDR4 3200 CL16 leads (CL16 vs CL40). TeamGroup T-Force Vulcan Z 16GB (2x8GB) DDR4 3200 CL16 has lower true latency (10.0 ns vs 15.4 ns; speed and CL combined).
Which one is faster?
Speed: TeamGroup T-Force Vulcan 16GB (1x16GB) DDR5 5200 CL40 leads (5,200 MHz vs 3,200 MHz).
How much do they cost?
Estimated prices: TeamGroup T-Force Vulcan 16GB (1x16GB) DDR5 5200 CL40 ≈ $172, TeamGroup T-Force Vulcan Z 16GB (2x8GB) DDR4 3200 CL16 ≈ $78. Current prices vary by store.