Question 1

Why DDR5 RAM is so expensive now?

Accepted Answer

DDR5 Memory is pricey due to the surging demand from AI server farms and data centers, which has caused a global memory shortage. This has led memory manufacturers to prioritize more profitable server-grade memory like HBM (high-Bandwidth Memory) over consumer-grade DDR5, drastically reducing supply for consumers while simultaneously causing the prices for both DDR5 and DDR4 to increase.

Question 2

Is this memory easy to install and configure?

Accepted Answer

Yes, the product is noted for being easy to install and set up.

Question 3

Is this memory compatible with AMD processors?

Accepted Answer

Yes, this memory is compatible with AMD processors as it features AMD EXPO support and is designed for performance on AMD platforms.

Question 4

I have AMD CPU and current running well with 2-sticks of G-Skill Flare X5 32GB (2x16GB) DDR5-6000 CAS Latency 32 (32-38-38-96). My question is this on sale DDR5-6000 CAS Latency 30 (30-38-38-96) compatible with my current sticks CAS Latency 32 if I want to add 2-sticks since CAS Latency at 30 from this ad?  TIA

Accepted Answer

It will work, but you'll be limited to 3600mhz using 4 sticks of RAM.

Question 5

Does this work on intel?

Accepted Answer

This is the AMD version of this RAM.

Question 6

Flare x5 does not have a CL30 kit. The product code for CL30 matches Trident Z Neo. So, which kit is being sold here?

Accepted Answer

The kit being sold here is the G.SKILL Flare X5 32GB (2 x 16GB) 288-Pin PC RAM DDR5 6000 (PC5 48000) Desktop Memory Model F5-6000J3038F16GX2-FX5, which has a CAS Latency (CL) of 30.

Question 7

Flare x5 does not come at CL30 for 6000. The product code also matches Trident z neo kit not flare x5. So which one is it?

Accepted Answer

The product in question is the G.SKILL Flare X5 32GB (2 x 16GB) 288-Pin PC RAM DDR5 6000 (PC5 48000) Desktop Memory Model F5-6000J3038F16GX2-FX5, which has a CAS Latency (CL) of 30.

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