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Two black DDR5 DIMMs with RGB light bars

Kingston Technology Corp.

Kingston Technology Corp. KF556C40BBAK2-16 16GB (2x8GB) DDR5 5600 CL40 desktop RAM

SKU CH-Z85E-Z6TE9 MPN KF556C40BBAK2-16

16 GB dual-channel DDR5 kit running at 5600 MT/s with CL40 timings and RGB lighting

  • Total capacity16 GB (2 × 8 GB)
  • Rated speedDDR5 5600 (PC5 44800)
  • CAS latencyCL40
  • Memory timings40-40-40
  • Rated voltage1.25 V
  • Kit configurationDual Channel Kit
  • DDR5 5600 speed accelerates data throughput for demanding workloads
  • CL40 latency reduces access delay for smoother responsiveness
  • 25 V operation lowers power draw and heat output
  • Dual-channel 2 x 8 GB kit maximises bandwidth on compatible boards
  • RGB lighting adds visual customisation to the build

Kingston FURY Beast DDR5 16GB Kit

This Kingston FURY Beast kit delivers 16GB of DDR5 memory across two 8GB modules. It targets desktop builders running AMD 600, 700 or 800 series chipsets and Intel 600, 700 or 800 series platforms who want straightforward RGB memory for gaming or high-performance workloads.

Thermals noise and power at 1.25V

The modules operate at the standard DDR5 voltage of 1.25V with CL40 timings. Unbuffered DDR5 DIMMs at this speed and voltage run cool and silent under normal loads because they have no active cooling and draw no additional power beyond the memory controller.

RGB lighting and EXPO XMP profiles

On-board RGB illumination adds visual customisation without extra cables or software. The kit stores both AMD EXPO and Intel XMP 3.0 profiles so the system BIOS can apply the rated 5600 MT/s speed and 40-40-40 timings automatically on supported platforms.

How it compares

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

Price $248.99
Pricier than about 72% of the 3,647 comparable items (median $90.99).
Total capacity 16 GB (2 × 8 GB)
Typical for this category: the median of 3,251 items is 16 GB.
Price per GB $15.56 per GB
Pricier than about 88% of the 3,251 comparable items (median $6.75 per GB).

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Specifications

Product
Brand nameKingston
Product lineFURY Beast
Model nameKF556C40BBAK2-16
Total capacity16 GB (2 × 8 GB)
Product type288-Pin PC RAM
Product colorBlack
Performance
Rated speedDDR5 5600 (PC5 44800)
Memory
CAS latencyCL40
Memory timings40-40-40
Kit configurationDual Channel Kit
Memory profilesAMD EXPO / Intel XMP 3.0 / Intel XMP 3.0 and AMD EXPO
Power
Rated voltage1.25 V
Size & build
Shipping weight0.14 kg
Package size168 × 117 × 11 mm
Compatibility
Recommended forAMD & Intel Compatible / AMD 600 Series / AMD 800 Series / AMD B650 / AMD B850 / AMD Ryzen Compatible / High Performance or Gaming Memory / Intel 600 Series / Intel 700 Series / Intel 800 Series / Intel B660 / Intel B670 / Intel B760 / Intel Compatible / Intel Z690 / Intel Z790 / Intel Z890
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LED lightingRGB

Questions about this item

How do I install the 288-pin DDR5 modules and enable the XMP 3.0 or EXPO profile in BIOS?

Align the notch on each 288-pin DIMM with the motherboard slot, press firmly until the retention clips click, populate the recommended dual-channel slots first, then enter BIOS and enable the Intel XMP 3.0 or AMD EXPO profile to run at 5600 MT/s CL40.

What maintenance or replacement will this 16 GB dual-channel kit need over time?

No scheduled maintenance is required; keep the slots dust-free and ensure case airflow stays adequate, and the modules only need replacement if a future platform demands higher capacity or a faster DDR5 speed than 5600 MT/s.

What limit appears first during sustained heavy workloads on this CL40 1.25 V kit?

The primary limit is the CL40 latency at 5600 MT/s, which caps sustained bandwidth before thermal throttling becomes a concern at the standard 1.25 V operating voltage.

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