Patriot Viper Elite 8 GB (2x4GB DDR4-3200)

The Patriot Viper Elite 8 GB arrives as 2 modules of 4GB each with 8GB of DDR4 on board. It is specced for 3200 MT/s with a CAS latency of 16, working out to a true latency of about 10ns. Operating voltage sits at 1.35V. Builders shopping for older AM4 and LGA1700 boards that top out at DDR4 will find this mid-range DDR4 option easy to justify.

8GB gives you enough headroom for esports and everyday use; past 3600 MT/s, extra frequency brings diminishing returns. Its $119.99 price tag places it squarely in mid-range territory. Use the PlanMyPC system builder to verify it works alongside your other components and to watch live retailer pricing.