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Four blue DDR3 DIMMs with heat spreaders

Corsair

Corsair CMZ16GX3M4A1600C9B 16GB (4x4GB) DDR3 1600 CL9 desktop RAM

SKU CH-3DAH-73PW4 MPN CMZ16GX3M4A1600C9B

A 16 GB quad-channel DDR3 kit with four 4 GB modules running at 1600 MHz, CL9 timing and 1.50 V

  • Total capacity16 GB (4 × 4 GB)
  • Rated speedDDR3 1600 (PC3 12800)
  • CAS latencyCL9
  • Memory timings9-9-9-24
  • Rated voltage1.5 V
  • Kit configurationQuad Channel Kit

Capacity 16GB (4 x 4GB)

  • 16 GB quad-channel kit expands memory capacity for demanding workloads
  • DDR3 1600 speed delivers responsive performance in compatible desktop systems
  • CL9 latency with 9-9-9-24 timings supports smooth multitasking and gaming
  • 50 V operation ensures compatibility with Sandy Bridge Intel Core processors
  • Blue heat spreaders on each module help maintain stable temperatures

Kit purpose

This Corsair Vengeance kit supplies 16 GB of DDR3 desktop memory across four matched 4 GB modules. It targets builders who need a full quad-channel population on a compatible platform or who want to maximise slot utilisation on a dual-channel board. The blue heat spreader gives a clean visual identity inside the case.

Install notes

Each module uses the standard 240-pin DIMM form factor and seats in a regular DDR3 slot without tools. Because the kit is rated at 1.50 V it aligns with the default voltage of many Sandy Bridge-era platforms, so the system usually posts at the rated 1600 MHz without manual BIOS changes. The tall heat spreader can interfere with oversized CPU coolers, so verify clearance before ordering.

Deciding spec

The critical figure is the 1600 MHz speed combined with CL9 9-9-9-24 timings at 1.50 V. If your motherboard and memory controller support DDR3-1600 at that voltage and latency, the kit will run at its rated specification; otherwise it will down-clock to the highest common setting.

How it compares

Measured against everything we stock in Desktop RAM, at today’s prices. Recalculated every night.

Price $99.99
Typical for this category: the median of 3,647 items is $90.99.
Total capacity 16 GB (4 × 4 GB)
Typical for this category: the median of 3,251 items is 16 GB.
Price per GB $6.25 per GB
Cheaper than about 56% of the 3,251 comparable items (median $6.75 per GB).

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Specifications

Product
Brand nameCORSAIR
Product lineVengeance
Model nameCMZ16GX3M4A1600C9B
Total capacity16 GB (4 × 4 GB)
Product colorBlue
Performance
Rated speedDDR3 1600 (PC3 12800)
Memory
CAS latencyCL9
Memory timings9-9-9-24
Kit configurationQuad Channel Kit
Heat spreaderYes
Power
Rated voltage1.5 V
Size & build
Shipping weight0.24 kg
Package size152 × 124 × 20 mm
Compatibility
Recommended forHigh Performance or Gaming Memory

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Questions about this item

Will this 240-pin DDR3 kit fit my motherboard's four DIMM slots?

The kit contains four 4 GB modules in a standard 240-pin DIMM form factor. If your motherboard has four DDR3 slots and supports 1600 MHz at 1.5 V, the modules will install directly.

Does the 1.5 V rating match my Sandy Bridge platform?

Yes. The 1.50 V specification is designed for compatibility with 2nd generation Intel Core processors and motherboards that require the standard DDR3 voltage.

What do the 9-9-9-24 timings mean for real-world use?

CAS latency 9 at 1600 MHz gives low access latency for gaming and multitasking. The full 9-9-9-24 cycle set is the rated JEDEC profile, so the kit runs at these timings without manual BIOS adjustment.

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