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Crucial CT16G56C46U5 16GB DDR5 5600 CL46 desktop RAM

SKU CH-ZVQ6-9KXWP MPN CT16G56C46U5

16 GB DDR5 module running at 5600 MT/s with CL46 timings and 1.10 V operation

  • Total capacity16 GB
  • Rated speedDDR5 5600 (PC5 44800)
  • CAS latencyCL46
  • Memory timings46-45-45 Timings
  • Rated voltage1.1 V
  • Memory profilesIntel XMP 3.0 and AMD EXPO

Speed DDR5 5600 (PC5 44800)

CAS Latency CL46

  • 16 GB capacity for demanding workloads and multitasking
  • DDR5 5600 speed delivers high data throughput
  • CL46 CAS latency supports responsive system performance
  • 10 V operation reduces power draw and heat
  • Intel XMP 3.0 and AMD EXPO profiles enable easy overclocking

16GB DDR5 5600 desktop module

This Crucial CT16G56C46U5 is a single 16GB DDR5 5600 UDIMM rated at CL46 with 46-45-45 timings at 1.10V. It carries Intel XMP 3.0 and AMD EXPO profiles for automatic configuration on supporting motherboards.

Best for standard DDR5 builds; not for ECC workloads

The module suits mainstream desktop systems that accept non-ECC DDR5 at 5600 MT/s and can use the XMP 3.0 or EXPO profiles. It is not intended for platforms that require ECC memory or registered DIMMs.

CL46 latency at DDR5 5600

The rated CAS latency of CL46 with 46-45-45 timings defines the access speed of this kit. Buyers should verify that their motherboard and CPU combination can run at this latency and frequency before purchasing.

How it compares

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Price $170.99
Pricier than about 64% of the 3,647 comparable items (median $90.99).
Total capacity 16 GB
Typical for this category: the median of 3,251 items is 16 GB.
Price per GB $10.69 per GB
Pricier than about 69% of the 3,251 comparable items (median $6.75 per GB).

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Specifications

Product
Brand nameCrucial
Model nameCT16G56C46U5
Total capacity16 GB
Product colorBlack
Performance
Rated speedDDR5 5600 (PC5 44800)
Memory
CAS latencyCL46
Memory timings46-45-45 Timings
ECC supportNo
Memory profilesIntel XMP 3.0 and AMD EXPO
Power
Rated voltage1.1 V
Size & build
Shipping weight0.03 kg
Package size178 × 57 × 4 mm

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Questions about this item

Does this DDR5 module fit a standard 288-pin desktop DIMM slot?

Yes, it uses the standard 288-pin DDR5 DIMM form factor for desktop motherboards.

How do I enable the rated 5600 MT/s speed using Intel XMP 3.0 or AMD EXPO?

Enter the BIOS, locate the memory profile setting, and select the XMP 3.0 or EXPO profile to apply the 46-45-45 timings at 1.10V.

Will the black heatspreader need cleaning or thermal-pad replacement over time?

No maintenance is required; the integrated heatspreader is passive and has no user-serviceable parts.

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