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

The G.Skill Ripjaws Z 16 GB arrives as 2 modules of 8GB each with 16GB of DDR3 on board. It is specced for 1866 MT/s with a CAS latency of 9, working out to a true latency of about 9.6ns. Operating voltage sits at 1.35V. As a high-end DDR3 kit, it slots naturally into older AM4 and LGA1700 boards that top out at DDR4.

16GB gives you enough headroom for modern AAA titles; past 3600 MT/s, extra frequency brings diminishing returns. Its $129.49 price tag places it squarely in high-end territory. Use the PlanMyPC system builder to verify it works alongside your other components and to watch live retailer pricing.