G.Skill Ares 16 GB (4x4GB DDR3-2400)

The G.Skill Ares 16 GB ships as 4 modules of 4GB each with 16GB of DDR3 on board. It is rated at 2400 MT/s with a CAS latency of 11, working out to a true latency of about 9.2ns. Operating voltage sits at 1.35V. 16GB gives you enough headroom for modern AAA titles; past 3600 MT/s, extra frequency brings diminishing returns.

DDR3 pricing in the mid-range tier makes this a sensible pairing for older AM4 and LGA1700 boards that top out at DDR4. At $72.03 it sits in the mid-range memory kit bracket. PlanMyPC's builder flags compatibility problems automatically and tracks the latest memory kit deals from multiple stores.