Current price
$234.99$14.69/GBAs of 28 Aug 2026, 06:40 UTC ยท Verify on Amazon ยท Price subject to change
19% below peer $/GB
$14.69/GB vs similar 16GB (1x16) DDR5 kits
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Patriot
Patriot Viper Elite 5 DDR5 RAM 16GB (1X16GB) 6000MT/s CL30 Desktop Memory (Viper Elite)
This Patriot 16GB (1x16) 6000MHz DDR5 desktop kit is $234.99 ($14.69/GB), 19% below similar 16GB (1x16) DDR5 peer $/GB. In stock on Amazon. Fits Intel 12th / 13th / 14th Gen (LGA1700) and Intel Core Ultra 200S (LGA1851 / Arrow Lake) and more. Viper Elite variant.
At a Glance
Strengths
- 19% below the 16GB (1x16) DDR5 peer median $/GB
- Compatible with 4 CPU platforms
- Limited Lifetime Warranty from Patriot
Limitations
- Below-average customer rating (3.9โ )
- Price near its tracked high of $234.99
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 $234.99 โ in the top 25% of its recorded range. Prices may fall.
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Ranked by lowest $/GB. Same 16GB DDR5 DIMM only. Prices updated daily.
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 | 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 | 6000MHz |
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 | B0DPR9VBWN |
Spotted a wrong price or spec? Report a data correction ยท How we verify data
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Price History
Updated daily โ track price trends over time
Current
$234.99
103d Low
$187.99
103d High
$234.99
103d Avg
$215.14
Deal score
90/100
vs this kit's history
Current price is 2.7ฯ above the tracked average of $215.14 - higher than typical for this ASIN.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Patriot 16GB (1x16) 6000MHz 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 $234.99 โ in the top 25% of its recorded range. Prices may fall. At $234.99 ($14.69/GB), consider waiting for a dip or compare cheaper alternatives below. Prices are updated daily from Amazon.
What is 6000MHz 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. 6000MHz is the sweet spot for AMD AM5 โ it aligns with the Infinity Fabric 1:1 ratio.
How does Patriot RAM compare to other brands?
Patriot has 128 modules tracked with an average customer rating of 4.4โ . This specific module is 19% below the 16GB (1x16) DDR5 peer median $/GB. 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 matched multi-stick kit?
A single 16GB stick runs in single-channel mode. A matched 2ร8GB 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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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 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.
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
$187.99Current
$234.99Tracked high
$234.99Near tracked high
Speed Ranking
Top 18%
6000MHz ranks in the top 18% of all DDR5 speeds tracked (1,689 modules).
About Patriot
4.4โ
avg rating
128
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 6000MHz.
Compatible Platforms
Always verify with your motherboard's QVL before purchasing.
Platform Pairing Guide
How well 6000MHz 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 |
|---|---|
| 8GB | $16.93/GB |
| 16GBThis product | $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
16GB
$234.99$14.69/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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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.