RAM for MSI MAG Z790 Tomahawk WIFI & Intel Core i5-12600K
For MSI MAG Z790 Tomahawk WIFI + Core i5-12600K, buy dual-channel DDR5-5600 (CL36), enable XMP, and install a 2-stick kit in A2/B2 first.
Motherboard slots
DDR5 UDIMM
Sweet spot speed
5600MT/s
Sweet spot latency
CL36
Install priority
Dual A2/B2
Live kits for this setup
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CORSAIR DOMINATOR PLATINUM RGB DDR5 RAM 64GB (2x32GB) 5600MHz CL40 Intel XMP iCUE Compatible Computer Memory - White (CMT64GX5M2B5600C40W)
$839.99 · $13.12/GB
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CORSAIR DOMINATOR PLATINUM RGB DDR5 RAM 64GB (2x32GB) 5200MHz CL40 Intel XMP iCUE Compatible Computer Memory - Black (CMT64GX5M2B5200C40)
$999.99 · $15.62/GB
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Crucial 64GB DDR5 RAM, 5600MHz (or 5200MHz or 4800MHz) Desktop Memory Kit, UDIMM 288-Pin, Compatible with 13th Gen Intel Core and AMD Ryzen 7000 - CT2K32G56C46U5
$1,089.48 · $17.02/GB
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CORSAIR DOMINATOR PLATINUM RGB DDR5 RAM 64GB (2x32GB) 5600MHz CL40 Intel XMP iCUE Compatible Computer Memory - White (CMT64GX5M2B5600C40W)
$839.99 · $13.12/GB
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G.SKILL Trident Z5 RGB Series DDR5 RAM (Intel XMP 3.0) 64GB (2x32GB) Up to 6400MT/s CL32-39-39-102 1.40V Desktop Computer Memory U-DIMM - Matte Black (F5-6400J3239G32GX2-TZ5RK)
$1,265.99 · $19.78/GB
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Crucial 64GB DDR5 RAM, 5600MHz (or 5200MHz or 4800MHz) Desktop Memory Kit, UDIMM 288-Pin, Compatible with 13th Gen Intel Core and AMD Ryzen 7000 - CT2K32G56C46U5
$1,089.48 · $17.02/GB
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CORSAIR DOMINATOR PLATINUM RGB DDR5 RAM 64GB (2x32GB) 5200MHz CL40 Intel XMP iCUE Compatible Computer Memory - Black (CMT64GX5M2B5200C40)
$999.99 · $15.62/GB
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Hardware compatibility diagnostics
[SUCCESS] physical_key_notch: DDR5 aligned.
[SUCCESS] imc_gear_ratio: optimal 1:1 speed bound verified.
[NOTICE] bios_overclock: EXPO/XMP profile required in motherboard UEFI.
[SYSTEM] QVL ASIN table checked for live catalog matches.
Interactive RAM slot optimizer
Select how many modules you will install. We highlight the sockets that keep dual-channel healthy on this board.
DIMM slots (A2 & B2 priority)
DDR5 · 4 slotsInstall dual sticks in A2 and B2 (slots 2 & 4) for dual-channel.
MSI Click BIOS setup
Kits ship at JEDEC defaults. Enable XMP for 5600MT/s rated speeds:
- 1Enter BIOS with Delete on power-on.
- 2In EZ Mode, enable the XMP / A-XMP profile button.
- 3Under OC → Advanced DRAM Configuration, confirm frequency matches the sweet spot.
- 4Press F10, then Yes to save and reboot.
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Kits for 2-stick installs
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CORSAIR DOMINATOR PLATINUM RGB DDR5 RAM 64GB (2x32GB) 5600MHz CL40 Intel XMP iCUE Compatible Computer Memory - White (CMT64GX5M2B5600C40W)
$839.99 · $13.12/GB
In stock
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CORSAIR DOMINATOR PLATINUM RGB DDR5 RAM 64GB (2x32GB) 5200MHz CL40 Intel XMP iCUE Compatible Computer Memory - Black (CMT64GX5M2B5200C40)
$999.99 · $15.62/GB
In stock
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Crucial 64GB DDR5 RAM, 5600MHz (or 5200MHz or 4800MHz) Desktop Memory Kit, UDIMM 288-Pin, Compatible with 13th Gen Intel Core and AMD Ryzen 7000 - CT2K32G56C46U5
$1,089.48 · $17.02/GB
In stock
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What is the best memory frequency for MAG Z790 Tomahawk WIFI with Intel Core i5-12600K?
For the MSI MAG Z790 Tomahawk WIFI motherboard and Intel Core i5-12600K processor pairing, the optimal memory sweet spot is 5600MT/s running at latency timings of CL36. This matches standard gear settings (1:1 memory controller clocks), delivering maximum bandwidth and lowest latency.
Should I buy a 2-stick or 4-stick kit for MAG Z790 Tomahawk WIFI?
Prefer a high-density 2-stick kit installed in the primary dual-channel slots. Populating all 4 slots with DDR5 often forces the memory controller to drop frequency for stability. A matched 2× kit at 5600MT/s CL36 is the best everyday choice.