Corsair Vengeance LPX DDR4-3600 CL18 16GB (2x8GB)

Corsair Vengeance LPX DDR4-3600 CL18 16GB (2x8GB)

A plain 16GB DDR4-3600 CL18 kit with XMP 2.0 for AM4 and older Intel boards.

  • DDR4
  • 16 GB
  • 2
  • 3,600 MT/s
  • 18

PCPR score

6.6

Fair

Best price we’ve seen

$179Nov 9

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The short version

The Vengeance LPX kit pairs two 8GB DDR4 modules, tested by Corsair at 3600 MT/s, CL18 and 1.35 V with an XMP 2.0 profile and an anodized aluminum heat spreader. Corsair lists support for Intel 300 through 600 series and X299 boards plus AMD 300 through 500 series boards and X570. It suits AM4 and older Intel upgrades, but 16GB total leaves limited headroom for heavy multitasking and it will not work on DDR5 platforms.

Pros

  • Tested at 3600 MT/s, CL18 and 1.35 V per Corsair
  • XMP 2.0 profile for one-setting overclocking
  • Anodized aluminum heat spreader
  • Limited lifetime warranty

Cons

  • DDR4 only, so it will not work on DDR5 boards
  • 16GB total leaves limited headroom for heavy multitasking
  • Few extras beyond the XMP profile

Best for

  • AM4 or older Intel upgrades on a budget
  • Basic gaming builds that only need 16GB

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Full specifications

Core

Type
DDR4
Form factor
DIMM
Kit capacity
16 GB
Modules
2
Capacity per module
8 GB

Performance

Speed
3,600 MT/s
CAS latency
18
Voltage
1.35 V

Features

Profiles
XMP 2.0

Physical

RGB
No
Color
Black

Compatibility notes

  • DDR4 only: it will not fit or work in DDR5 motherboards.
  • Corsair lists Intel 300, 400, 500 and 600 series and X299, plus AMD 300, 400, 500 series and X570.
  • Enable XMP in BIOS to reach 3600 MT/s; the SPD default is 2133 MT/s.
  • Module height was not stated on the product page; check clearance under large air coolers.

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Common questions

Will this DDR4 kit work on a newer motherboard?

Only on boards built for DDR4. AM5 boards are DDR5 only, and Corsair's compatibility list for this part number stops at Intel 600 series and AMD X570.

Do I need to enable anything to reach 3600 MT/s?

Yes. The SPD default is 2133 MT/s, so the XMP profile has to be enabled in BIOS to reach the rated 3600 MT/s and CL18.

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