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CORSAIR Vengeance RGB 16GB (2 x 8GB) 288-Pin PC RAM DDR5 5200 (PC5 41600) Desktop Memory Model CMH16GX5M2B5200Z40
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- DDR5 5200 (PC5 41600)
- Timing 40-40-40-77
- CAS Latency CL40
- Voltage 1.25V
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The CORSAIR Vengeance RGB CMH16GX5M2B5200Z40 is a 16GB (2 x 8GB) DDR5-5200 desktop memory kit with CL40 timings and ten-zone RGB lighting, suited to gaming and performance-focused AMD or Intel desktop builds that support DDR5.
Recommended For
- PC gamers who usually run one game at a time and keep background apps to a minimum; 16GB can handle many games, though some titles and multitasking benefit from more memory.
- DDR5 desktop builders who want a 16GB dual-channel kit for everyday tasks and lighter workloads, and whose compatible motherboard supports DDR5 memory.
- Builders who want customizable memory lighting in a gray-themed desktop: this kit has RGB lighting and CORSAIR iCUE control.
- Upgraders replacing or configuring desktop memory who specifically need a 2×8GB DDR5 kit with AMD EXPO and Intel XMP profiles; check motherboard compatibility before buying.
Real-World Use Scenarios
- For a budget-conscious DDR5 gaming PC, use the kit to play games that fit within a 16GB memory budget; testing found many games playable at this capacity, though demanding titles or background apps can leave little memory headroom.
- When assembling a compatible DDR5 desktop, install the two-module kit and enable the motherboard’s supported EXPO or XMP profile if you want to use its rated memory profile; check the motherboard and processor’s compatibility guidance first.
- For everyday home or office use—documents, browsing, and a video call—16GB can serve as a practical starting point; keeping many demanding apps or browser tabs open at once may reduce available memory.
- For a glass-sided PC where lighting is part of the build, customize the memory’s RGB effects in CORSAIR iCUE; users who rely on another brand’s RGB software should check software compatibility before building around it.
Spec Summary
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Best For | Desktop gaming and other high-performance memory builds using compatible AMD or Intel platforms |
| Capacity And Configuration | 16 GB kit with two 8 GB modules, configured for dual-channel operation |
| Memory Type And Speed | DDR5-5200 memory with a 5200 MHz data transfer rate (PC5-41600) |
| Timings And Voltage | CL40 latency, 40-40-40-77 timings, and 1.25 V operating voltage |
| Compatibility And Performance Profiles | Supports AMD EXPO and Intel XMP 3.0 profiles |
| Cooling And Lighting | Gray heat spreader with RGB lighting across ten individually addressable zones; lighting can be customized with CORSAIR iCUE |
| Form Factor And Dimensions | 288-pin DIMM desktop memory, measuring 13.8 × 0.7 × 4.4 cm |
| Model Identifiers | CORSAIR Vengeance RGB DDR5; model and part number CMH16GX5M2B5200Z40 |