G.SKILL Ripjaws V Series 16GB (2 x 8GB)

Gigabyte's Brix Gaming GT desktop PC maybe on borrowed time with its aging Intel Core i7-6700K processor, but finding a SFF gaming rig with an equally powerful CPU and a full-sized GTX 1070 GPU for under $1,100 would be a tough task. The Gaming GT stands out for more than just its price alone; the design is unique and eye catching, and the custom cooling system manages to keep the desktop components from throttling (although barely, and it's quite loud when doing so). You can't overclock, despite the unlocked CPU and Z170 chipset, but the average consumer will likely (and understandably) not miss this feature. We'd have considered this a contender when it originally debuted at $1,700, but now that the price has dropped (along with our jaws), we're giving it a Tom's Hardware Approved Award, and would highly suggest grabbing it before its gone for good.

-- As reviewed by Tom's Hardware
G.SKILL Ripjaws V Series 16GB (2 1

Product details

  • RipJaws V Series, designed specifically for AMD Ryzen X470, X570, B450, B550; Intel Z170, Z270 and newer.
  • 16GB kit containing 2 x 8GB modules, DDR4-3200, 288-Pin, CAS Latency CL16 (16-18-18-38) at 1.35V (Intel XMP)
  • Brand: G.SKILL, Series: RipJaws V, Model: F4-3200C16D-16GVKB
  • ECC: No, Dual Channel Kit, Recommended Use: High Performance or Gaming Memory
  • XMP profile support to reach up to the rated overclock speed, or run at default JEDEC profile speed
  • Rated XMP frequency & stability depends on MB & CPU capability
  • Check G.Skill QVL or RAM Configurator on the G.Skill website for validated motherboards
  • Do not mix memory kits. Memory kits are sold in matched kits that are designed to run together as a set. Mixing memory kits will result in stability issues or system failure.

PROS

+ Price/Performance
+ Form factor
+ Unique cooling system

CONS

- Loud under load
- High temperatures
- Cannot be overclocked

Expert reviews and ratings

By Tom's Hardware on July 31, 2017
Gigabyte's Brix Gaming GT desktop PC maybe on borrowed time with its aging Intel Core i7-6700K processor, but finding a SFF gaming rig with an equally powerful CPU and a full-sized GTX 1070 GPU for under $1,100 would be a tough task. The Gaming GT stands out for more than just its price alone; the design is unique and eye catching, and the custom cooling system manages to keep the desktop components from throttling (although barely, and it's quite loud when doing so). You can't overclock, despite the unlocked CPU and Z170 chipset, but the average consumer will likely (and understandably) not miss this feature. We'd have considered this a contender when it originally debuted at $1,700, but now that the price has dropped (along with our jaws), we're giving it a Tom's Hardware Approved Award, and would highly suggest grabbing it before its gone for good.
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