
G.Skill F4-4266C19D-16GTZKW Trident Z 16GB DDR4 4266MHz Kit
G.Skill Trident Z: Elevate Your System with Extreme Performance The G.SKILL Trident Z series is a high-performance DDR4 memory kit designed for enthusiasts and gamers. Featuring a sleek design and meticulously screened ICs, this memory delivers exceptional speed, stability, and reliability. ...
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Overview
G.Skill Trident Z: Elevate Your System with Extreme Performance
The G.SKILL Trident Z series is a high-performance DDR4 memory kit designed for enthusiasts and gamers. Featuring a sleek design and meticulously screened ICs, this memory delivers exceptional speed, stability, and reliability.
- Series: Trident Z
- Capacity: 16GB (2 x 8GB)
- Memory Type: DDR4
- Speed: 4266 MHz
- Channel: Dual Channel
- Color: Black/White
Key Features
DDR4-4266MHz (PC4-34100), 16GB (8GBx2), CL19-19-19-39, 1.4 volt, Unbuffered, Dual Channel, Black body with White top-bar Kit
Extreme performance DDR4 memory designed for gaming and PC enthusiasts
Optimised compatibility with DDR4-compatible Intel Core platforms - Chipset: Intel Z270 Platform CPU: Kaby Lake (LGA 1151)
Sleek and stylish aluminium heat spreader design. 1.4V ultra low voltage. Intel XMP 2.0 support
Module Height: 44mm / 1.73 in. Module Weight: 69g. Limited Lifetime Warranty
Specifications
Pros & Cons
👍 Pros
- Offers extreme performance DDR4 memory designed specifically for gaming and PC enthusiasts.
- Features a high clock speed of DDR4-4266MHz, enhancing system responsiveness and data processing.
- Comes in a 16GB kit (8GBx2), suitable for dual-channel configurations on compatible motherboards.
- Optimized for compatibility with DDR4-compatible Intel Core platforms, specifically the Intel Z270 Chipset and Kaby Lake CPUs.
- Supports Intel XMP 2.0, allowing for easy overclocking and performance tuning with compatible motherboards.
- Boasts a sleek and stylish aluminum heat spreader design, aiding in thermal dissipation while adding to aesthetics.
👎 Cons
- The memory is explicitly optimized for Intel Z270 platforms and Kaby Lake CPUs, which might limit its ideal performance or compatibility with newer or AMD systems.
- A 1.4 volt operating voltage is higher than standard DDR4 memory, potentially requiring more robust power delivery from the motherboard.
- While 16GB is sufficient for many users, some high-end gaming or workstation applications may benefit from larger capacities.
- The module height of 44mm / 1.73 in could potentially interfere with larger CPU air coolers in some compact PC builds.
- The CL19-19-19-39 timings, while acceptable for the high clock speed, are not as tight as some lower-speed, premium DDR4 kits.