G.Skill Ares 16 GB (2x8GB DDR3-1866)

The G.Skill Ares 16 GB ships as 2 modules of 8GB each with 16GB of DDR3 on board. It is specced for 1866 MT/s with a CAS latency of 10, working out to a true latency of about 10.7ns. Operating voltage sits at 1.35V. 16GB gives you enough headroom for modern AAA titles; past 3600 MT/s, extra frequency brings diminishing returns.

Drop it into the PlanMyPC builder to check compatibility with the rest of your parts and compare current memory kit prices across retailers. Support and warranty service run through G.Skill, with terms that vary by region. Scroll down for the complete spec table; the builder's compatibility checker will warn you about any conflicts with components you have already picked.