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Corsair VENGEANCE LPX 32GB (2 x 16GB) DDR4-3600 CL18 vs Corsair VENGEANCE RGB 32GB (2x16GB) DDR5 6000MT/s CL30 Black

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all judged against memory kits at a similar price

The Corsair VENGEANCE RGB 32GB (2x16GB) DDR5 6000MT/s CL30 Black scores 6.5/10 overall, ahead of the Corsair VENGEANCE LPX 32GB (2 x 16GB) DDR4-3600 CL18 at 6.2/10.

The Corsair VENGEANCE LPX 32GB (2 x 16GB) DDR4-3600 CL18 leads on capacity options and fit.

The Corsair VENGEANCE RGB 32GB (2x16GB) DDR5 6000MT/s CL30 Black leads on speed and latency and reliability and warranty.

They score the same on compatibility.

Corsair VENGEANCE LPX 32GB (2 x 16GB) DDR4-3600 CL18

Corsair VENGEANCE LPX 32GB (2 x 16GB) DDR4-3600 CL18

6.2/10verdict: good, not the best

This is a 32GB DDR4 kit for anyone building or upgrading a desktop that takes standard 288-pin UDIMMs. It suits buyers who want 3600 MT/s with XMP 2.0 and don't want RGB lighting. It is not aimed at servers needing ECC or at builds that need more than 32GB from two modules.

Typically about £68.49 in the UK when we researched itCheck price at Amazon UK (opens in a new tab, affiliate link)

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Corsair VENGEANCE RGB 32GB (2x16GB) DDR5 6000MT/s CL30 Black

Corsair VENGEANCE RGB 32GB (2x16GB) DDR5 6000MT/s CL30 Black

6.5/10verdict: buy

This is a 32GB DDR5 kit for desktop builders who want 6000 MT/s at CL30 with RGB lighting. It suits Intel 600, 700 and 800 Series boards, and owners also report stable 6000 MT/s on AMD AM5. It is non-ECC, and the spec sheet lists no capacity above 32GB for this kit.

Typically about £611.99 in the UK when we researched itCheck price at Amazon UK (opens in a new tab, affiliate link)

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Scores, criterion by criterion

CriterionWeightCorsair VENGEANCE LPX 32GB (2 x 16GB) DDR4-3600 CL18Corsair VENGEANCE RGB 32GB (2x16GB) DDR5 6000MT/s CL30 Black
Speed and latency30%7/108/10
Compatibility30%6/106/10
Capacity options15%6/105/10
Reliability and warranty15%5/107/10
Fit10%6/105/10
Overall6.2/106.5/10

Specifications

SpecCorsair VENGEANCE LPX 32GB (2 x 16GB) DDR4-3600 CL18Corsair VENGEANCE RGB 32GB (2x16GB) DDR5 6000MT/s CL30 Black
Type and form factorDDR4 UDIMM, 288-pinDDR5 UDIMM 288-pin
Capacity32GB (2 x 16GB)32GB (2 x 16GB)
Speed3600 MT/s tested (PC4-28800); SPD 2666 MHzUp to 6000 MT/s (PC5-48000, tested speed; requires overclocking or BIOS adjustment; JEDEC SPD 4800MHz)
Latency (CL)CL18 (full timings CL18-22-22-42)CL30 (30-36-36-76 rated; JEDEC SPD 40-40-40-77)
Voltage1.35V tested; 1.2V SPDTested 1.40V; SPD 1.1V
XMP / EXPO profileXMP 2.0Intel XMP
ECCNon-ECCNon-ECC, non-registered

Strengths and weaknesses

Corsair VENGEANCE LPX 32GB (2 x 16GB) DDR4-3600 CL18

  • + 3600 MT/s at CL18 with an XMP 2.0 profile
  • + Owners report easy installation and broad build compatibility
  • + No RGB lighting, for a plain-looking build
  • − Non-ECC, so unsuitable for servers needing error correction
  • − SPD default is only 2666 MHz

Skip it if:

  • Server or NAS builders who need ECC memory
  • Buyers who want RGB lighting on their memory
  • Anyone needing more than 32GB from a two-module kit
Read the full Corsair VENGEANCE LPX 32GB (2 x 16GB) DDR4-3600 CL18 review ›

Corsair VENGEANCE RGB 32GB (2x16GB) DDR5 6000MT/s CL30 Black

  • + DDR5-6000 at CL30 rated timings
  • + Limited lifetime warranty listed by Corsair UK
  • + Owners report stable 6000 MT/s on AM5
  • − Needs BIOS adjustment to reach 6000 MT/s

Skip it if:

  • Buyers who need ECC memory for a server or workstation
  • Anyone planning VM-heavy work that needs more than 32GB
  • Builders with tight cooler or case clearance who need confirmed module height
Read the full Corsair VENGEANCE RGB 32GB (2x16GB) DDR5 6000MT/s CL30 Black review ›

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