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Three green DDR3 sticks with black heat spreaders, triple-channel kit

Patriot Memory

Patriot Memory Viper PVT33G1333ELK 3GB (3 x 1GB) DDR3 1333 desktop RAM

SKU CH-2GWM-C1WW1 MPN PVT33G1333ELK

Triple-channel 3GB DDR3 1333 kit with CL9 timing, 1.65V operation and heat spreaders for gaming systems

  • Total capacity3 GB (3 × 1 GB)
  • Rated speedDDR3 1333 (PC3 10666)
  • CAS latencyCL9
  • Memory timings9-9-9-24
  • Rated voltage1.65 V
  • Kit configurationTriple Channel Kit
  • Triple-channel kit boosts bandwidth with three matched 1GB modules
  • DDR3 1333 speed delivers responsive performance for everyday computing
  • CL9 latency and 9-9-9-24 timings enable quick data access
  • 65V operation supports stable high-performance or gaming use
  • Integrated heat spreader helps maintain consistent temperatures under load

Viper DDR3 1333 triple-channel kit

This Patriot Viper kit delivers 3 GB of DDR3 1333 memory in three matched 1 GB modules. It targets enthusiasts building or upgrading triple-channel desktop platforms that require the PC3 10666 data rate and CL9 timing.

Sustained load behaviour at 1.65 V

Operating at the specified 1.65 V, the modules maintain the 9-9-9-24 timings during extended sessions. The integrated heat spreader helps dissipate the extra thermal load that comes with the elevated voltage, supporting stable throughput over long gaming or rendering periods.

Heat spreader and triple-channel layout

The low-profile spreader fits under most aftermarket CPU coolers while shielding the ICs from airflow turbulence. Populating three DIMM slots simultaneously ensures the memory controller runs in its optimal triple-channel mode, a requirement for the bandwidth this kit is designed to provide.

How it compares

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

Price $53.99
Cheaper than about 64% of the 3,647 comparable items (median $90.99).
Total capacity 3 GB (3 × 1 GB)
Lower than about 93% of the 3,251 comparable items (median 16 GB).
Price per GB $18.00 per GB
Pricier than about 90% of the 3,251 comparable items (median $6.75 per GB).

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Specifications

Product
Brand namePatriot
Product lineViper
Model namePVT33G1333ELK
Total capacity3 GB (3 × 1 GB)
Performance
Rated speedDDR3 1333 (PC3 10666)
Memory
CAS latencyCL9
Memory timings9-9-9-24
Kit configurationTriple Channel Kit
Heat spreaderYes
Power
Rated voltage1.65 V
Size & build
Shipping weight0.26 kg
Package size183 × 152 × 29 mm
Compatibility
Recommended forHigh Performance or Gaming Memory

Questions about this item

How much heat does the 1.65V DDR3 1333 kit produce under continuous load?

The modules run at 1.65V with included heat spreaders to dissipate the extra warmth generated by the higher voltage during extended sessions.

What motherboard feature is required to run this triple-channel kit as intended?

A motherboard with three DDR3 slots supporting triple-channel architecture is needed so all three 1GB modules operate together at 1333MHz with 9-9-9-24 timings.

Will these DDR3 1333 CL9 sticks down-clock automatically if paired with older DDR3 1066 modules?

Yes, the memory controller will drop both kits to the lowest common speed and relax timings so the system remains stable with mixed modules.

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