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Corsair Vengeance LPX 32GB DDR4 2666MHz C16 Memory Kit Review

Memory by stefan @ 2015-10-22

Supporting the latest XMP 2.0 standard, this kit was designed to be fully compatible with the Intel X99 and 100 Series systems, while the 16GB modules are running at 2666MHz 16-18-18-35, while keeping low voltage of 1.2V. The LPX code name suggests that we are dealing with a low-profile kit, which assures good clearance with all large CPU heatsinks. As we have seen in our tests, the kit can also run at higher speeds than the rated one so we have succeeded to reach 2933MHz while keeping the stock timings, but the voltage needed a small bump at 1.35V.

Packaging, A Closer Look

Corsair is another top manufacturer which always brings to the table interesting products for us to review; with the coming of the Intel 100 Series motherboards, they have available two models of Vengeance LPX 2x16GB DDR4 memory kits, one 2400MHz C14 and one 2666MHz C16. Both kits are available in either black or red, in order to be able to accommodate a wide range of setups; the packaging style follows some of the characteristics we have seen in the past and on the top side we will get to see the total capacity of the kit, rated frequency, product name but also a small description:

On the back side we will get to see some more details on the kit, but also the product code name and serial number:

After removing the top packaging layer, we will get to see the two modules sitting in blister packaging, for additional protection:

Corsair has built this kit in a Low Profile format in order to avoid compatibility issues with large CPU heatsinks; the PCB is also black and fits in with the heatsink design just perfect. For increased overclocking capabilities, Corsair has built these modules with an eight-layer PCB:

The product logo is located in the central area and is also protected with a transparent plastic film:

The back side of the module is featuring a similar design heatsink, only that here we will get to see a sticker with the product code name, capacity, serial number, rated speed, timings, operating voltage and version number:

If we look on the top area of the heatsink we will be able to see how the two sides come together and in the middle we will be also able to spot a while Corsair logo:

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