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Black DDR3 module with tall vented heat spreader, 240 pins

Patriot Memory

Patriot Memory PV38G160C0 Viper 3 8GB DDR3 1600 desktop RAM

SKU CH-X85E-XWW5C MPN PV38G160C0

8 GB DDR3 1600 desktop module with CL10 timing and a black heat spreader

  • Total capacity8 GB
  • Rated speedDDR3 1600 (PC3 12800)
  • CAS latencyCL10
  • Memory timings10-10-10-27
  • Rated voltage1.5 V
  • Buffer typeUnbuffered
  • 8GB capacity adds headroom for multitasking and games
  • DDR3 1600 speed moves data at 1600 MT/s
  • CL10 10-10-10-27 timings cut access latency
  • 50V operation keeps power draw low
  • Custom heat spreader vents heat for stable clocks

Viper 3 DDR3 1600 Module

The Patriot Viper 3 PV38G160C0 is an 8GB unbuffered DIMM built for desktop systems that still run DDR3 platforms. It targets gamers and enthusiasts who want straightforward XMP 1.3 support on Intel 6, 7, 8 series and AMD 9, FM series chipsets without manual tuning.

Thermals Noise and Power

A black custom heat spreader with a vented top surface moves air across the PCB to keep temperatures down during extended sessions. The kit runs at the standard 1.50V DDR3 voltage, so power draw stays within normal limits for this memory class and no active cooling is required.

Build Fit and Upgrade Path

The 240-pin form factor drops into any DDR3 motherboard slot, freeing the builder from hunting for low-profile clearance or proprietary layouts. Buyers who need ECC error correction, registered buffering or capacities beyond a single 8GB stick should look elsewhere, as this module provides none of those features.

How it compares

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

Price $30.99
Cheaper than about 78% of the 3,647 comparable items (median $90.99).
Total capacity 8 GB
Lower than about 60% of the 3,251 comparable items (median 16 GB).
Price per GB $3.87 per GB
Cheaper than about 85% of the 3,251 comparable items (median $6.75 per GB).

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Specifications

Product
Brand namePatriot
Product lineViper 3
Model namePV38G160C0
Total capacity8 GB
Product type240-Pin PC RAM
Product colorBlack
Performance
Rated speedDDR3 1600 (PC3 12800)
Memory
CAS latencyCL10
Memory timings10-10-10-27
ECC supportNo
Buffer typeUnbuffered
Heat spreaderYes
Power
Rated voltage1.5 V
Size & build
Shipping weight0.08 kg
Package size183 × 121 × 15 mm

Questions about this item

How do I install the 240-pin DDR3 module, and which step do people often get wrong?

Align the notch on the module with the slot key, press down firmly until both side clips click shut. The step people miss is checking that both clips are fully locked; a single loose clip causes boot failures.

What maintenance or replacement will the Viper 3 8GB kit need over its lifetime?

No scheduled maintenance is required. Keep the custom heat spreader vents clear of dust with occasional compressed air. Replace the module only if memory errors appear or a capacity upgrade is desired.

What limit appears first during sustained heavy workloads on this CL10 1.50 V DDR3 1600 module?

The 1.50 V operating voltage and CL10 10-10-10-27 timings set the thermal ceiling. Under prolonged load the heat spreader reaches its dissipation limit before timing or voltage margins are exceeded.

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