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Two grey-topped DDR4 sticks with black sides and anodized aluminium heat spreaders

Patriot Memory Refurbished

Patriot Memory PVE432G266C6KGY Viper Elite 32GB (2 x 16GB) DDR4 2666 desktop RAM

SKU CH-JE2Z-M5Y44 MPN PVE432G266C6KGY

32 GB dual-channel kit running at DDR4 2666 with CL16 timing and a 1.2 V anodised aluminium heat spreader

  • Total capacity32 GB (2 × 16 GB)
  • Rated speedDDR4 2666 (PC4 21300)
  • CAS latencyCL16
  • Memory timings16-17-17-36
  • Rated voltage1.2 V
  • Buffer typeUnbuffered
  • 32 GB dual-channel kit gives ample capacity for multitasking
  • DDR4 2666 speed delivers responsive data throughput for everyday workloads
  • CL16 16-17-17-36 timings provide low-latency operation
  • 20 V operation reduces power draw and heat output
  • Anodized aluminum heat spreader maintains stable temperatures under load

Viper Elite 32GB DDR4 Kit

This Patriot Viper Elite kit delivers 32GB of DDR4 memory in a matched pair of 16GB modules rated at 2666 MT/s with CL16 timings. It targets desktop builders who need reliable dual-channel capacity for multitasking, content creation or gaming on current Intel and AMD platforms. The anodized aluminium heat spreader in black and grey keeps temperatures in check during sustained workloads.

Platform and BIOS Checks

Verify that your motherboard supports DDR4 DIMMs and can run at 2666 MT/s or will down-clock automatically to a supported JEDEC speed. Confirm the board has at least two free DIMM slots for the dual-channel kit and that the BIOS is recent enough to initialise XMP 2.0 profiles without manual timing entry. Ensure the CPU memory controller is rated for the kit voltage of 1.20V.

XMP Profile and Heat Spreader

The bundled Intel XMP 2.0 profile lets the system apply the rated 16-17-17-36 timings and 2666 MT/s frequency with a single BIOS selection instead of manual configuration. The custom anodised aluminium heat shield improves thermal dissipation so the modules maintain stable operation during extended heavy loads without additional airflow requirements.

How it compares

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

Price $160.99
Pricier than about 62% 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 $5.03 per GB
Cheaper than about 72% of the 3,251 comparable items (median $6.75 per GB).

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Specifications

Product
Brand namePatriot
Product lineViper Elite
Model namePVE432G266C6KGY
Total capacity32 GB (2 × 16 GB)
Product colorBlack Sides/ Gray Top
Performance
Rated speedDDR4 2666 (PC4 21300)
Memory
CAS latencyCL16
Memory timings16-17-17-36
ECC supportNo
Buffer typeUnbuffered
Memory profilesIntel XMP 2.0
Heat spreaderAnodized Aluminum
Power
Rated voltage1.2 V
Size & build
Shipping weight0.11 kg
Package size178 × 119 × 13 mm

Questions about this item

What comes in the box with the Patriot Viper Elite PVE432G266C6KGY kit and is anything else needed?

The box contains two 16 GB DDR4 modules with anodized aluminium heat spreaders in black and grey; no extra cables or brackets are required for installation.

Should I choose the 32 GB (2 x 16 GB) DDR4 2666 CL16 kit or a different capacity from the Viper Elite range?

This 32 GB dual-channel kit suits high-capacity workloads; the same series also offers 8 GB and 16 GB kits at speeds from 2400 up to 3200 MHz if less memory is needed.

What does the DDR4 2666 (PC4 21300) rating mean once the modules are installed in a desktop?

The memory runs at 2666 MT/s with 16-17-17-36 timings at 1.20 V, and the Intel XMP 2.0 profile applies those settings automatically on compatible motherboards.

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