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No, Kingston isn't currently better than GSKill.

No, Kingston isn't currently better than GSKill.

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PandaBlack47
Member
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10-29-2021, 03:05 PM
#1
Hey everyone, thinking about the RAM kit selection and noticed something interesting. For the same price, the Kingston kit seems to have tighter timings compared to the GSKILL kit. For instance, Kingston offers DDR5-6000 CL30-36-36 at 1.4V, while GSKILL has DDR5-6000 CL30-40-40. I currently have a backup Kingston 2x16GB 6000MHz CL36 kit because my GSKILL 6000MHz CL30 had a faulty stick. After using BuildZoid subtimings, it worked fine without resetting the BIOS or changing timings. I’m not sure if my GSKILL had a different memory manufacturer, but it seems Kingston likely uses the same chips as GSKILL, just not fully utilized. I was planning to upgrade to more capacity with GSKILL again, but now I’m uncertain since my current backup might need to be returned. Any thoughts?
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PandaBlack47
10-29-2021, 03:05 PM #1

Hey everyone, thinking about the RAM kit selection and noticed something interesting. For the same price, the Kingston kit seems to have tighter timings compared to the GSKILL kit. For instance, Kingston offers DDR5-6000 CL30-36-36 at 1.4V, while GSKILL has DDR5-6000 CL30-40-40. I currently have a backup Kingston 2x16GB 6000MHz CL36 kit because my GSKILL 6000MHz CL30 had a faulty stick. After using BuildZoid subtimings, it worked fine without resetting the BIOS or changing timings. I’m not sure if my GSKILL had a different memory manufacturer, but it seems Kingston likely uses the same chips as GSKILL, just not fully utilized. I was planning to upgrade to more capacity with GSKILL again, but now I’m uncertain since my current backup might need to be returned. Any thoughts?

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Charliemc909
Posting Freak
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10-30-2021, 09:36 AM
#2
SK Hynix is the sole provider offering kits compatible with 6000 CL30. Both options perform adequately. G.Skill kits also work well, though they often don’t match the overall value of other brands. I’d note that 6000 CL30-36-36 kits are becoming more common today, even though G.Skill produces them at a higher price. TeamGroup, Corsair, Klevv, and Lexar all include these timings in their builds.
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Charliemc909
10-30-2021, 09:36 AM #2

SK Hynix is the sole provider offering kits compatible with 6000 CL30. Both options perform adequately. G.Skill kits also work well, though they often don’t match the overall value of other brands. I’d note that 6000 CL30-36-36 kits are becoming more common today, even though G.Skill produces them at a higher price. TeamGroup, Corsair, Klevv, and Lexar all include these timings in their builds.

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CatBuggz
Member
248
11-18-2021, 12:41 PM
#3
Thanks for response, i was thinking to wait 6000mhz cl28 however they only do trident z royal and those will cost a lot. So it seems Kingston KF560C30BBEAK2-64 is the best option, it seems i will be able to put same gskill timings too. Sadly no teamgroup or other are available in my country.
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CatBuggz
11-18-2021, 12:41 PM #3

Thanks for response, i was thinking to wait 6000mhz cl28 however they only do trident z royal and those will cost a lot. So it seems Kingston KF560C30BBEAK2-64 is the best option, it seems i will be able to put same gskill timings too. Sadly no teamgroup or other are available in my country.

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3gilad3
Senior Member
735
11-20-2021, 07:45 AM
#4
I faced a comparable issue where G.Skill wasn't accessible in the UK, so I switched to Corsair.
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3gilad3
11-20-2021, 07:45 AM #4

I faced a comparable issue where G.Skill wasn't accessible in the UK, so I switched to Corsair.

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POKE_PRESLEY
Member
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11-20-2021, 08:13 PM
#5
Based on my personal observations, the process involves grouping sticks by timing and speed to assign their PC ratings. This method influences how well each stick performs in a system, with some models excelling at specific speeds while others maintain stability. Variations exist between manufacturers even when following JDEC guidelines, as each company sets its own standards based on the data they analyze. Some brands consistently deliver higher speeds, while others offer reliable performance with slightly lower speeds but greater stability. There are also cases where manufacturers adjust timing to balance speed and stability, impacting RAM capacity options. Ultimately, the differences are subtle enough that most users won’t notice much variation unless they focus on RAM-related tests. Choose what fits your needs and budget.
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POKE_PRESLEY
11-20-2021, 08:13 PM #5

Based on my personal observations, the process involves grouping sticks by timing and speed to assign their PC ratings. This method influences how well each stick performs in a system, with some models excelling at specific speeds while others maintain stability. Variations exist between manufacturers even when following JDEC guidelines, as each company sets its own standards based on the data they analyze. Some brands consistently deliver higher speeds, while others offer reliable performance with slightly lower speeds but greater stability. There are also cases where manufacturers adjust timing to balance speed and stability, impacting RAM capacity options. Ultimately, the differences are subtle enough that most users won’t notice much variation unless they focus on RAM-related tests. Choose what fits your needs and budget.