Patriot
Patriot Memory Signature DDR5 RAM 16GB (1X16GB) 5200MHz CL42 UDIMM Desktop Memory Module - PSD516G520081
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
$302.36$18.90/GBAs of Jul 14, 2026 ยท Verify on Amazon ยท Price subject to change
$/GB vs DDR5 market avg
50% above avgAt $18.90/GB โ DDR5 market rate.
Good time to buy
Price is near its tracked low of $298.64 โ in the bottom 20% of its recorded range.
Also sold elsewhere
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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
- Compatible with 4 CPU platforms
- Limited Lifetime Warranty from Patriot
Limitations
- 50% above the overall DDR5 market average $/GB
- Limited review data โ only 13 Amazon reviews
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 (1x16) 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
$302.36
58d Low
$298.64
58d High
$322.56
58d Avg
$315.37
Price Range
Tracked low
$298.64Current
$302.36Tracked high
$322.56โ Near tracked low
Speed Ranking
Top 67%
5200MHz ranks in the top 67% of all DDR5 speeds tracked (1,496 modules).
About Patriot
4.4โ
avg rating
128
products tracked
Z-Score Deviation
Great Deal (Underpriced)
Deviation: -1.26ฯ
Highly favorable pricing! The current cost is significantly below normal market margins.
Specifications
Memory TypeDDR generation (DDR4 vs DDR5) ยท guide | DDR5 |
CapacityTotal kit memory size ยท guide | 16GB (1x16) |
| Kit Config | โ Single stick โ runs in single-channel mode. Buy 2ร for dual-channel performance. |
SpeedFrequency in MT/s or MHz ยท guide | 5200MHz |
CAS LatencyClock cycles response delay ยท guide | CL42 |
True LatencyAbsolute nanosecond latency | 16.15 ns(High latency)= (42 ร 2000) รท 5200 |
Form FactorDIMM (Desktop) vs SO-DIMM (Laptop) | DIMM |
ASIN | B0BT9DD46R |
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Compatible Platforms
Always verify with your motherboard's QVL before purchasing.
Platform Pairing Guide
How well 5200MHz 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.
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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
$302.36$18.90/GBPrices are the lowest available in each tier from our daily database โ verify on Amazon before purchasing. Only DDR5 DIMM modules compared.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Patriot 16GB (1x16) 5200MHz 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 $302.36, this module is near its tracked price low of $298.64 โ historically a good time to buy. Check the price history chart above for context. Prices are updated daily from Amazon.
What is 5200MHz 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. 5200MHz is a high-performance DDR5 speed tier.
How does Patriot RAM compare to other brands?
Patriot has 128 modules tracked with an average customer rating of 4.4โ . Browse all Patriot 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.
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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.
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