Corsair Vengeance LPX DDR4 2800 C16 Review

As we all know Intel has released their new Haswell-E HEDT processors, which support DDR4 memory. A new platform launch by Intel is always the perfect occasion for memory makers to bring new products to market. Today we’re having a look at Corsairs new Vengeance DDR4 memory. By default this quad channel kit is supposed to run at 2800 MHz and CL16 timings.

Manufacturer Corsair
Series Vengeance LPX
Part Number CMK16GX4M4A2800C16PK1
Type DDR4
Capacity 16 GB (4 x 4GB)
Frequency 2’800 MHz
Timings 16-18-18-35
VDIMM 1.2 Volt
Registred/Unbuffered Unbuffered
ECC No
Cooling Passive Heatspreader
Waranty Lifetime warranty
Package Type Boxed

With the Vengeance LPX DDR4 C16 kit, Corsair has memory modules in its portfolio, which serve the high-end market. A more detailed look at the specifications reveals, that these Corsair appears to be cautious in choosing frequency as well as timings. The Hynix MFR chips on these modules are set to run at CL16-18-18-35. If you keep in mind, that other memory makers drive these chips at CL15-15-15-35 and DDR4-3000 one can quickly understand why we’re saying Corsair is being conservative.