Mushkin Radioactive 12 GB (3x4GB DDR3-1600)

The Mushkin Radioactive 12 GB arrives as 3 modules of 4GB each with 12GB of DDR3 on board. Operating voltage sits at 1.35V. It is rated at 1600 MT/s with a CAS latency of 7, working out to a true latency of about 8.8ns. 12GB gives you enough headroom for esports and everyday use; past 3600 MT/s, extra frequency brings diminishing returns.

DDR3 pricing in the budget tier makes this a sensible pairing for older AM4 and LGA1700 boards that top out at DDR4. Its $38.99 price tag places it squarely in budget territory. PlanMyPC's builder flags compatibility problems automatically and tracks the latest memory kit deals from multiple stores.