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G.SKILL

G.SKILL F5-5200J4040A16GX2-RS5K 32GB (2 x 16GB) DDR5 5200 desktop RAM

SKU CH-VEQQ-Y40WH MPN F5-5200J4040A16GX2-RS5K

A 32GB dual-channel DDR5 kit at 5200 MT/s with CL40 timing and a 33mm low-profile heat spreader for compact builds

  • Total capacity32 GB (2 × 16 GB)
  • Rated speedDDR5 5200
  • CAS latencyCL40
  • Memory timings40-40-40-83
  • Rated voltage1.1 V
  • Buffer typeUnbuffered

Capacity 32GB (2 x 16GB)

CAS Latency CL40

Color Black

  • 32 GB capacity for demanding workloads
  • DDR5 5200 speed with CL40 latency
  • 10 V operation reduces power draw
  • 33 mm low-profile fits tight builds
  • Dual XMP 3.0 and EXPO profiles simplify setup

Capacity and audience

This Ripjaws S5 kit provides 32 GB of DDR5 memory in a matched pair of 16 GB modules. It targets DIY builders and enthusiasts who want reliable dual-channel performance on modern AMD Ryzen or Intel platforms without paying for extreme overclocking headroom.

DDR5 5200 practical limits

The kit runs at 5200 MT/s with CL40 timings at the standard 1.10 V. This speed sits at the baseline of the DDR5 specification, so most 600-series and 700-series motherboards will train it automatically, while 800-series boards may still require a BIOS update for full stability.

Installation notes

Low-profile heatspreaders sit at 33 mm, clearing all but the bulkiest CPU coolers. Enable the AMD EXPO or Intel XMP 3.0 profile in BIOS to reach rated speed; otherwise the modules boot at SPD defaults. Mixing with other kits is not validated and often prevents the profile from applying.

How it compares

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Price $373.99
Pricier than about 80% of the 3,647 comparable items (median $90.99).
Total capacity 32 GB (2 × 16 GB)
Higher than about 70% of the 3,251 comparable items (median 16 GB).
Price per GB $11.69 per GB
Pricier than about 74% of the 3,251 comparable items (median $6.75 per GB).

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Specifications

Product
Brand nameG.SKILL
Product lineRipjaws S5 Series
Model nameF5-5200J4040A16GX2-RS5K
Total capacity32 GB (2 × 16 GB)
Product colorBlack
Performance
Rated speedDDR5 5200
Memory
CAS latencyCL40
Memory timings40-40-40-83
ECC supportNo
Buffer typeUnbuffered
Kit configurationDual Channel Kit
Memory profilesAMD EXPO / Intel XMP 3.0 / Intel XMP 3.0 and AMD EXPO
Heat spreaderYes
Power
Rated voltage1.1 V
Size & build
Shipping weight0.11 kg
Package size218 × 142 × 16 mm
Compatibility
Recommended forAMD & Intel Compatible / AMD 600 Series / AMD 800 Series / AMD B650 / AMD B850 / AMD Ryzen Compatible / AMD X670 / AMD X870 / High Performance or Gaming Memory / Intel 600 Series / Intel 700 Series / Intel 800 Series / Intel B660 / Intel B670 / Intel B760 / Intel Compatible / Intel H770 / Intel Z690 / Intel Z790 / Intel Z890
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LED lightingNone

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Questions about this item

Should I choose this 32GB dual-channel kit or a single 16GB module?

The kit includes two 16GB modules for 32GB total. Dual-channel operation gives higher memory bandwidth than a single module of the same capacity.

What does the DDR5 5200 rating mean once the kit is installed?

The kit defaults to standard SPD speed at boot. Enabling the XMP 3.0 or AMD EXPO profile in BIOS sets the rated 5200 MT/s speed with CL40 timings at 1.10V.

What interface does this memory use and what does it cap in practice?

It uses DDR5. The AMD EXPO and Intel XMP 3.0 profiles cap the kit at 5200 MT/s with 40-40-40-83 timings and 1.10V.

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