G.Skill Ares 32 GB (4x8GB DDR3-1600)

The G.Skill Ares 32 GB arrives as 4 modules of 8GB each with 32GB of DDR3 on board. It is rated at 1600 MT/s with a CAS latency of 9, working out to a true latency of about 11.3ns. Operating voltage sits at 1.35V.

DDR3 pricing in the premium tier makes this a sensible pairing for older AM4 and LGA1700 boards that top out at DDR4. Once memory clears 3600 MT/s, frequency gains taper off, so the 32GB on offer here is the spec that counts for gaming plus heavy multitasking and content work. Expect to pay around $282.99, which lands it among premium options.