Kingston
Kingston FURY Beast RGB 16GB 5600MT/s DDR5 CL40 DIMM Desktop Memory Single Module | Intel XMP 3.0 | Infrared Sync Technology | Overclocking Stability | KF556C40BBA-16
Slow JEDEC Baseline (Not Recommended)
Validated by C.R. Vinoth Kumar ยท Founder & Senior Editor
This kit runs at loose JEDEC default timings (CL40 or slower). CL40/CL48 speeds indicate lower-binned DRAM chips which create a severe latency bottleneck, reducing CPU frame pacing and game performance by up to 10-15% compared to optimized kits.
Current price
$294.16$18.39/GBAs of Jul 14, 2026 ยท Verify on Amazon ยท Price subject to change
$/GB vs DDR5 market avg
46% above avgAt $18.39/GB โ DDR5 market rate.
Fair price
Price is in the middle of its tracked range ($282.01 low โ $302.00 high). No strong signal either way.
Also sold elsewhere
Prices on this page are Amazon.com prices from our Creators API refresh (as of the last update). You can look up this kit (ASIN: B0B1QP3XFY) on other retailers such as Newegg or Crucial โ we do not display their prices here. Always verify the checkout price on Amazon before purchasing.
Product prices and availability are accurate as of the date of the last daily update and are subject to change. Any price and availability information displayed on Amazon at the time of purchase will apply to the purchase of this product. As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases.
At a Glance
Strengths
- 4.6โ average customer rating (73 reviews)
- Compatible with 4 CPU platforms
- Limited Lifetime Warranty from Kingston
Limitations
- 46% above the overall DDR5 market average $/GB
All points are derived from price data, customer ratings, and product specifications โ not editorial opinion. Updated daily.
Is This RAM Right for You?
Based on 16GB DDR5 DIMM specifications.
16GB is the minimum for gaming in 2026 โ handles most titles with background apps
16GB handles office apps, video calls, and multiple browser tabs comfortably
16GB works for 1080p editing with proxy workflows โ 4K editing may require 32GB
Non-ECC RAM is not recommended for servers or NAS โ silent data corruption risk without error correction
This is a desktop DIMM โ laptop upgrades require SO-DIMM modules. See Laptop RAM Prices for compatible options.
Verdicts based on capacity, form factor, and ECC specifications โ not editorial opinion. Capacity recommendations reflect 2026 software requirements.
Price History
Updated daily โ track price trends over time
Current
$294.16
58d Low
$282.01
58d High
$302.00
58d Avg
$296.19
Price Range
Tracked low
$282.01Current
$294.16Tracked high
$302.00Mid-range
About Kingston
4.5โ
avg rating
191
products tracked
Z-Score Deviation
Fair / Average Price
Deviation: -0.23ฯ
This product is currently priced within normal historical margins.
Specifications
Memory TypeDDR generation (DDR4 vs DDR5) ยท guide | DDR5 |
CapacityTotal kit memory size ยท guide | 16GB |
| Kit Config | โ Single stick โ runs in single-channel mode. Buy 2ร for dual-channel performance. |
CAS LatencyClock cycles response delay ยท guide | CL40 |
Form FactorDIMM (Desktop) vs SO-DIMM (Laptop) | DIMM |
ASIN | B0B1QP3XFY |
Spotted a wrong price or spec? Report a data correction ยท How we verify data
Compatible Platforms
Always verify with your motherboard's QVL before purchasing.
Platform Pairing Guide
How well DDR5 performs on each platform โ based on memory controller characteristics and manufacturer guidance.
| Platform | Benefit |
|---|---|
| AMD AM5 (Ryzen 7000/9000) | โ Good |
| Intel LGA1851 (Core Ultra 200S) | โ Good |
| Intel LGA1700 (12thโ14th gen, DDR5 board) | โ Good |
Platform guidance based on AMD and Intel official specifications and independent testing. Always verify compatibility with your specific motherboard's QVL.
Motherboard Compatibility
Most popular DDR5 boards per platform
ASUS TUF Gaming B650-Plus WiFi / MSI MAG B650 Tomahawk
B650 = 80% of AM5 sales. DDR5-6000 CL30 is the sweet spot.
MSI MAG B860 Tomahawk WiFi / ASUS TUF B860-Plus WiFi
B860 is the mainstream LGA1851 chipset. Supports DDR5-9200+.
MSI PRO B760M-E DDR5 / ASUS TUF B760-Plus WiFi D5
B760 DDR5 boards support 12thโ14th Gen Intel with DDR5.
Always verify with your board's QVL before purchasing.
Cheaper Alternatives
Same 16GB DDR5 โ lower $/GB than this product
SP Silicon Power
Silicon Power Zenith RGB DDR5 5200MT/s (PC5-41600) CL38 16GB AMD Expo/Intel XMP 3.0 1.25V Desktop Unbuffered DIMM SP016GXLWU520FSF Black39% cheaper/GB
Timetec
Timetec DDR5 Unbuffered Non-ECC 1.1V 288 Pin UDIMM Desktop Memory RAM Module Upgrade (4800MHz, 16GB)38% cheaper/GB
Timetec
Timetec 16GB DDR5 5600MHz PC5-44800 Unbuffered Non-ECC 1.1V CL46 1Rx8 Sinlge Rank 288 Pin UDIMM Desktop Memory RAM Module Upgrade35% cheaper/GB
Ranked by lowest $/GB. Same 16GB DDR5 DIMM only. Prices updated daily.
DDR5 Price by Capacity
Average $/GB across all DDR5 modules in the database
| Capacity | Avg $/GB |
|---|---|
| 8GB | $17.89/GB |
| 16GBThis product | $19.10/GB |
| 32GB | $19.54/GB |
| 64GB | $20.84/GB |
| 128GB | $25.20/GB |
Upgrade Cost Calculator
How much more (or less) would you spend to step up or down in capacity? Prices shown are the cheapest available DDR5 DIMM in each tier today.
Current
16GB
$294.16$18.39/GBPrices are the lowest available in each tier from our daily database โ verify on Amazon before purchasing. Only DDR5 DIMM modules compared.
Also available from Kingston
Same brand, different configurations
Kingston
Kingston FURY Beast 32GB (2x16GB) 5200MT/s DDR5 CL40 Desktop Memory | Intel XMP 3.0 | Kit of 2 | KF552C40BBK2-32
Kingston
Kingston FURY Beast RGB 32GB 6000MT/s DDR5 CL30 Desktop Memory | AMD EXPO | Single Module | KF560C30BBEA-32
Kingston
Kingston FURY Beast RGB 64GB (2x32GB) 6000MT/s DDR5 CL30 Desktop Memory | AMD EXPO | Kit of 2 | KF560C30BBEAK2-64
Related pages
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Kingston 16GB DDR5 compatible with my motherboard?
This module is compatible with Intel 12th / 13th / 14th Gen (LGA1700), Intel Core Ultra 200S (LGA1851 / Arrow Lake), AMD Ryzen 7000 / 8000 / 9000 (AM5), AMD Threadripper 7000 (TRX50). Always verify with your motherboard's QVL (Qualified Vendor List) before purchasing, as compatibility can vary by board revision.
Is this DDR5 module a good deal right now?
At $294.16 ($18.39/GB), this module is priced near the DDR5 market average. Check the price history chart above to see if prices have been trending up or down recently.
What is DDR5 RAM used for?
DDR5 RAM is required for AMD AM5 (Ryzen 7000/9000) and Intel LGA1851 (Core Ultra 200S) platforms. It offers higher bandwidth than DDR4, making it beneficial for content creation, gaming on modern platforms, and AI workloads.
How does Kingston RAM compare to other brands?
Kingston has 191 modules tracked with an average customer rating of 4.5โ . Browse all Kingston modules or use the comparison tool to see how it stacks up against Corsair, G.Skill, Kingston, and Crucial.
Is 16GB of RAM enough for gaming in 2026?
16GB is the minimum recommended for gaming in 2026. Most AAA titles use 12โ16GB alongside Discord and a browser. 32GB is the sweet spot if you also stream, record, or run VMs.
What is the difference between a single 16GB stick and a 2ร8GB kit?
A single 16GB stick runs in single-channel mode, using only one memory channel. A 2ร8GB kit of the same total capacity runs in dual-channel mode, doubling memory bandwidth and improving real-world performance by 10โ30%. For best performance, always buy RAM in matched pairs.
Similar DDR5 RAM
Crucial
Crucial 16GB DDR5 RAM, 5600MHz (or 5200MHz or 4800MHz) Desktop Memory, UDIMM 288-Pin, Compatible with Intel Core and AMD Ryzen - CT16G56C46U5
Kingston
Kingston FURY Beast 16GB 5200MHz DDR5 CL40 Desktop Memory Single Module KF552C40BB-16
Kingston
Kingston Fury Beast 16GB 5600MT/s DDR5 CL40 DIMM Single Module Desktop Memory KF556C40BB-16
Expertly Curated by C.R. Vinoth Kumar
Lead Hardware AnalystC.R. Vinoth Kumar is a senior systems systems engineer and memory hardware architect with over 12 years of experience benchmarking computer components, building performance virtualization servers, and assembling local LLM inference rigs. Every memory module tracked in our database is mathematically checked using custom telemetry to isolate nanosecond CAS latency bounds, price-per-gigabyte market averages, and Ryzen/Intel platform pairings.
As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases. Prices updated daily. Product prices and availability are accurate as of the date/time indicated and are subject to change. Any price and availability information displayed on Amazon.com at the time of purchase will apply to the purchase of this product.