Current price
$176.65$22.08/GBAs of 28 Aug 2026, 06:40 UTC ยท Verify on Amazon ยท Price subject to change
19% above peer $/GB
$22.08/GB โ compare cheaper alternatives below
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Kingston
Kingston FURY Beast RGB 8GB 6000MT/s DDR5 CL30 Desktop Memory | AMD EXPO | Single Module | KF560C30BBEA-8 (RGB)
This Kingston 8GB 6000 MHz DDR5 desktop kit is $176.65 ($22.08/GB), 19% above similar peer $/GB. Availability unconfirmed. Fits Intel 12th / 13th / 14th Gen (LGA1700) and Intel Core Ultra 200S (LGA1851 / Arrow Lake) and more. RGB variant.
Variations
At a Glance
Strengths
- Compatible with 4 CPU platforms
- Limited Lifetime Warranty from Kingston
Limitations
- 19% above the 8GB DDR5 peer median $/GB
- No customer reviews available yet on Amazon
- Price near its tracked high of $176.65
- Single-stick configuration โ runs in single-channel mode unless paired with another stick
- Availability unconfirmed โ may be out of stock or delisted
All points are derived from price data, customer ratings, and product specifications โ not editorial opinion. Updated daily.
Consider waiting
Price is near its tracked high of $176.65 โ in the top 25% of its recorded range. Prices may fall.
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Specifications
Catalog data as of 28 Aug 2026, 06:40 UTC
Memory TypeDDR generation (DDR4 vs DDR5) ยท guide | DDR5 |
CapacityTotal kit memory size ยท guide | 8GB |
| 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 | 6000 MHz |
CAS LatencyClock cycles response delay ยท guide | CL30 |
True LatencyAbsolute nanosecond latency | 10.00 ns(Good)= (30 ร 2000) รท 6000 |
Form FactorDIMM (Desktop) vs SO-DIMM (Laptop) | DIMM |
ASIN | B0CYM3TYCR |
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Price History
Updated daily โ track price trends over time
Current
$176.65
59d Low
$167.00
59d High
$176.65
59d Avg
$175.77
vs this kit's history
Current price is 0.4ฯ above the tracked average of $175.77 - within a normal band for this ASIN.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Kingston 8GB 6000 MHz 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?
Price is near its tracked high of $176.65 โ in the top 25% of its recorded range. Prices may fall. At $176.65 ($22.08/GB), consider waiting for a dip or compare cheaper alternatives below. Prices are updated daily from Amazon.
What is 6000 MHz 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. 6000 MHz is the sweet spot for AMD AM5 โ it aligns with the Infinity Fabric 1:1 ratio.
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?
8GB is below the 16GB minimum recommended for gaming in 2026. Most modern AAA titles require 12โ16GB. Consider upgrading to at least 16GB for a smooth gaming experience.
What is the difference between a single 8GB stick and a matched multi-stick kit?
A single 8GB stick runs in single-channel mode. A matched 2ร4GB kit of the same total capacity enables dual-channel mode, doubling memory bandwidth and typically improving real-world performance by 10โ30%. For best results, buy RAM in matched kits.
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Kingston Fury Beast 8GB 6000MT/s DDR5 CL36 Desktop Memory Single Module | AMD Expo | KF560C36BBE-8
Compatibility & buying details
Use cases, platforms, motherboard notes, upgrade math, and analyst notes
Compatibility & buying details
Use cases, platforms, motherboard notes, upgrade math, and analyst notes
Is This RAM Right for You?
Based on 8GB DDR5 DIMM specifications.
8GB is below the 16GB minimum recommended for gaming in 2026
8GB handles basic office tasks โ may slow with many tabs or large spreadsheets
8GB is insufficient for video editing or 3D rendering workloads
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.
Elite AMD AM5 Sweetspot
Validated by C.R. Vinoth Kumar ยท Founder & Senior Editor
DDR5-6000 with tight CL30/CL32 timings is the absolute performance and value sweetspot for AMD AM5 platforms. It allows the Ryzen memory controller to run in a perfect 1:1 Gear 1 ratio with the Infinity Fabric, minimizing latency and stutters.
Price Range
Tracked low
$167.00Current
$176.65Tracked high
$176.65Near tracked high
Speed Ranking
Top 18%
6000 MHz ranks in the top 18% of all DDR5 speeds tracked (1,689 modules).
About Kingston
4.5โ
avg rating
191
products tracked
XMP 3.0 / EXPO Profile Activation Required
This is a high-performance DDR5-6000 memory kit. It will NOT run at advertised speeds out of the box.
JEDEC Fallback Behavior
By default, all motherboards boot using safe JEDEC standards (typically 4800MT/s). If you plug this RAM in and boot immediately, your system will downclock to this baseline, losing up to 10% - 20% CPU bandwidth.
How to Enable XMP/EXPO
- 1.Reboot PC, tap
DelorF2to enter BIOS. - 2.Find memory settings and toggle XMP / EXPO to Enabled.
- 3.Save & Exit (press
F10). PC will reboot at 6000 MHz.
Compatible Platforms
Always verify with your motherboard's QVL before purchasing.
Platform Pairing Guide
How well 6000 MHz performs on each platform โ based on memory controller characteristics and manufacturer guidance.
| Platform | Benefit |
|---|---|
| AMD AM5 (Ryzen 7000/9000) | โ Optimal |
| 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.
DDR5 Price by Capacity
Average $/GB across all DDR5 modules in the database
| Capacity | Avg $/GB |
|---|---|
| 8GBThis product | $16.93/GB |
| 16GB | $16.87/GB |
| 32GB | $17.81/GB |
| 64GB | $18.70/GB |
| 128GB | $32.02/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
8GB
$176.65$22.08/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
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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
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Kingston FURY Beast RGB 64GB (2x32GB) 6000MT/s DDR5 CL30 Desktop Memory | AMD EXPO | Kit of 2 | KF560C30BBEAK2-64
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Reviewed by C.R. Vinoth Kumar
Editor & FounderVinoth is an InfoSec consultant, independent technical blogger, and the developer of RAM Prices, with 12+ years in IT. He reviews buying guides and maintains the site's automated checks for price per GB, specification confidence, availability, and AMD/Intel platform compatibility. See the methodology for the exact ranking rules and limitations.
As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases. Prices as of 28 Aug 2026, 06:40 UTC. 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.