When it comes to computer RAMs, the amount of memory isn’t the only thing you look at, especially if you are building a gaming PC. There are the brand, speed and lot of other things to look at. Sure for an average user, only the amount of memory would matter but a pro gamer needs to look for other things as well.

Thus, we have compiled this list of the best DDR4 RAMs for you, so that you don’t have to spend hours searching for the right one.

Kingston HyperX Fury Black – Branded yet Affordable

Pros:

• Sleek Design
• Build Quality
• Automatic Overclocking
• Value for money

Cons:

• Not a variety of colors available

When it comes to Kingston, one can rest assured of quality. It has been there for a long time, and its RAMs are one of the best in the market. Thus, it is of no surprise that they have a special RAM brand catered towards gamers: The HyperX Fury Black.

The reason why it is without doubt one of the best out there is that they all have sleek heatsinks. This makes them efficient and also appealing to a gamer’s eye. One can choose from only three colors though i.e. Red, Black or White – Usually the gamer’s type.

The clock speed for this RAM begins at 21300 MHz and goes further till the 2400 Mhz and 2666 MHz mark too. This is courtesy of the automatic overclocking made possible by the extraordinary heatsinks of the HyperX Fury Black.

As far as the capacity is concerned, you can either buy a 4 GB, 8 GB or a 16 GB version. Don’t worry since you can always add more modules to make up for a maximum 64 GB amount of memory for your system.

Kingston HyperX Predator Black – For Over-Clocking Geeks

Pros:

• Amazing Over-Clocking Speed
• Good Durability

Cons:

• You can’t really customize much
• Other better alternatives in the high-end category

The next one on the list is also from Kingston. Though this one might not be as popular as the first one in the category that may very well due to its price tag, for which you are getting a RAM with even better performance, yet still not what others can offer in the price range.

Like its sibling, the Predator Black has a very similar design sporting a nearly all black exterior and having a built-in heatsink. What’s important is that this RAM can achieve higher levels of overclocking. Not only that, it clearly is a winner when it comes to looks with its more aggressive design.

As far as the performance is concerned, the HP Predator Black offers a lot more with its base clock speed of 2400 where most of the RAMs usually start with something like 2133 MHz. This means that when it comes to overclocking, the RAM can reach a whopping clock speed of 3600 MHz – nearly 1.5 times the top clock speed of its sibling.

Like the Fury Black, the Predator Black is also available in 4, 8, and 16 GB modules. The only difference is that you can combine different Predator Black modules in such a way to have a whopping 128 GB of total memory. Though, it goes without saying that for this job you would require at least 8 RAM slots, which aren’t found on most motherboards. But in case, you have such, 128 GB would last you a decade – at least.

Corsair Vengeance LPX – For the Creative Minded

Pros:

• Above Average Performance
• Variety of colors available

Cons:

• Doesn’t boast a “premium” look
• Not the best one around, when it comes to the price tag

When it comes to RAMs, you certainly can’t cross Corsair off the list. One of their products is the Vengeance LPX Series, which is a vast improvement over its predecessor i.e. DDR3. This time, you have more choice when it comes to colors i.e. The RAM is available in dark grey, red, blue, and white. Thus, you can easily choose the RAM to match to match your other components. Apart from the color, all of them have the same design.

Unlike the Kingston HyperX Fury Black, this Corsair Vengeance LPX has a low base clock speed of 2133, though you can opt for versions which go as high as 4600 MHz. Though mind you, the best clock speed RAM would certainly cost you a lot.

Although the maximum total capacity, when added in a combination, is 128 GB for these RAM modules, which are available in 4, 8 and 16 GB capacities, it is again worth mentioning that there are only a limited number of Desktop PCs with so many RAM slots available as you would want.

Corsair Dominator Platinum – The Best Performance RAM

Pros:

• Best Overclocking Potential
• Sleek design

Cons:

• Fairly expensive
• Not so great look due to bulkiness

Perhaps, if you are looking for a RAM for a high-end Desktop PC, you can stop your search right here, and buy this RAM right now since it is the epitome of performance. It doesn’t look anyway like your average RAM module since it is indeed a bit bulky, but you can easily customize the metal bar on the top of it to suit your color requirements.

In addition to this, there are two other better performing variants to this RAM too which are Torque and SE. If you want a more Dynamic Color scheme, then perhaps you should opt for the former, else the latter would do the job too with a limited option of either black or chrome exterior.

Furthermore, like other RAMs, this one is also available in 4, 8 or 16 GB capacity modules. The only problem is that you can’t get your hands on individual modules but rather you would have to buy kits of two or four modules. As the mathematicians would know, this way you can have a total memory of 8 up to 128 GB.

G.Skill Trident Z RGB – For RGB Lovers

Pros:

• Great value for money
• RGB lightning at its best

Cons:

• Overclocking Potential gets limited due to sRGB

Not everyone amongst us wants the best performance stuff which looks dull. Some want a mix of performance combined with appearance. To cater to such demand, RAMs by G Skill offer the kind of sRGB lighting which makes any system look like a beast. Although it is entirely possible that you might not have heard about this brand, this is slowly and steadily increasing its market share due to their good reliability.

The Taiwanese manufacturer is known for their SSDs, flash drives, and RAM, which in all are a large fraction of the memory related hardware. They also make game peripherals, so they are better suited to know a gamer’s demand. Thus, the Trident Z RGB is a standalone RAM when it comes to the best-looking RAM. This is courtesy of its metallic exterior around which you would find its beautiful sRGB lighting.

Besides this, it also fulfills the purpose you are actually spending your money by offering a base clock speed of 2400 MHz, which is more than the base speeds of other RAMs. The best the RAM can do is 4233 MHz, but for that, you would have to spend more. The most of the RAMs offered by this company tend to have a maximum overclocking speed of 3600 MHz, mainly because they also have to support sRGB lighting.

The Trident Z RGB series aren’t offered in 4 GB capacities, so you only have the option of either an 8 GB of a 16 GB memory module. Combining the memory modules together would give you a maximum capacity of 128 GB. As mentioned before, depending on your motherboard, probably you are going to have a 64 GB total memory with four 16 GB modules.

Team Group Night Hawk – Extremely Affordable LED Lit RAM

Pros:

• Excellent XMP Performance
• Affordable amongst LED-Lit DRAMs

Cons:

• Not the best overclocking potential
• Still costs more than a non LED lit RAM

This might not be a name that one hears much often, but that’s because the monopoly in RAM sales, is rather enjoyed by 2-3 companies where others struggle to get to the top, not because their product isn’t as good as the top ones, but only because of a brand name. For those out on a budget, it is better to buy a much affordable RAM from a trusted manufacturer like Team Group than buying an overpriced piece of hardware.

What’s more is that the RAM also offers LED lighting – something which is still not found in most of the memory modules. Yes, there is sRGB lighting, but that’s going to be expensive, thus using LED can sort of give you a similar effect at a lower price tag. But if you want, there is a sRGB model as well. In addition to this, the sRGB model supports Asus Aura Sync as well and has a JEDEC Association latest RC 2.0 circuit configuration.

The LED version, on the other hand, has 10 layers of a circuit board, combined with the Hawk wings symmetric type heat spreader, making it look more aggressive.

There are different models with a clock speed starting from 3000 MHz and going till a whopping 4000 MHz but only for the sRGB version. Also, the RAMs are only available in kits of two each and there is no 4 GB option. Therefore, you would have to buy kits of either 8 or 16 GB.

G.Skill Ripjaws V – For those on a budget

Pros:

• Great Value for Money
• Affordable too

Cons:

• At higher speeds, you might face some stability problems albeit slightly.

If you are out on a budget then perhaps you are better off buying the G.Skill Ripjaws V, since they offer the best value for money by offering considerably better performance as opposed to its competitors within the same price bracket.

What you are looking at is second generation DDR4 memory from the company. Fortunately, the team behind this RAM series listened to customer feedback and went on to produce a much better of the RipJaws which have an even better clock speed. The problems with heat dissipation were also resolved courtesy of the redesigned radiators. If you are looking for a high-performance RAM machine, you should opt for the 32 GB RipJaws V kit, because there is no match for its performance in the price tag.

Unfortunately, overclocking the RAM is not an option here, but you don’t have to worry since any RAMs with an overclocking potential of fewer than 3000 MHz are nowhere near this one.

You have an option to choose from 4, 8 or 16 GB memory modules, to make for a total combination of 128 GB.

Patriot Viper Elite – For Intel 100 Series Platform

Pros:

• Fairly High Clock Speed
• Dynamic Coloration
• Heat Shield Construction

Cons:

• A bit bulky
• Specialized for some machines only

The RAM is a creative gamer’s dream since it is offered in an interesting combination of either black and red or black and blue, which are both aggressive colors. It might not be as recognized as Corsair or Crucial, but it is very competitive when it comes to capacity, clock speed, and especially price.

The only downside is that it is limited for some systems and that it might seem a bit bulky. Else, it offers solid performance in the high-end RAM category. The base clock speed for the RAM starts at 2133 MHz but can go as high as 3600 MHz. Not only that but the RAM is also available in capacities of 4, 8 and 16 GB each.

Our Verdict

These were the best DDR4 RAMs currently out there, each for a specific user. For some, the clock speed is the more important, while for another RGB lighting is the main thing. Then, there are those on a budget. Thus, do give the whole article a read and then decide what’s best for you.