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Patriot Memory

Patriot Memory PV316G160C0K 16GB (2x8GB) DDR3 1600 desktop RAM

SKU CH-9HC9-F5WHC MPN PV316G160C0K

A 16 GB dual-channel DDR3 1600 kit with CL10 timing and a heat spreader

  • Capacity16GB (2 x 8GB)
  • SpeedDDR3 1600 (PC3 12800)
  • CAS LatencyCL10
  • Timing10-10-10-27
  • Voltage1.50V
  • Multi-channel KitDual Channel Kit
  • 16 GB dual-channel kit doubles capacity for demanding workloads
  • DDR3 1600 speed moves data quickly through the system
  • CL10 10-10-10-27 timings reduce latency for responsive performance
  • 50 V operation keeps power draw low and heat manageable
  • Custom heat shield dissipates heat to maintain stability under load

Viper 3 DDR3 1600 dual-channel kit

This Patriot Viper 3 kit provides 16GB of DDR3 memory across two 8GB modules. It runs at 1600MHz with a CAS latency of CL10 and timings of 10-10-10-27 at 1.50V. A custom heat shield is fitted to each module for thermal management. The kit is XMP 1.3 ready and hand-tested for stability.

Suited for DDR3 upgrades; not for newer platforms

The dual-channel configuration suits owners of DDR3-compatible Intel or AMD platforms who need 16GB of capacity at 1600MHz. The CL10 timings and 1.50V voltage match standard specifications for this generation. Builders whose motherboards require a different memory generation cannot use these modules. Systems limited to lower speeds will not run the kit at its rated 1600MHz.

The DDR3 1600MHz speed rating decides fit

The single specification that determines compatibility is the DDR3 1600 (PC3 12800) speed rating. Your motherboard and processor must support DDR3 memory at this frequency to operate the kit as intended. If the platform only accepts slower DDR3 speeds, the modules will downclock. If the platform requires a different memory type entirely, the modules will not fit or function.

Highlights

  • 16 GB dual-channel kit doubles capacity for demanding workloads
  • DDR3 1600 speed moves data quickly through the system
  • CL10 10-10-10-27 timings reduce latency for responsive performance
  • 50 V operation keeps power draw low and heat manageable
  • Custom heat shield dissipates heat to maintain stability under load

Specifications

BrandPatriot
SeriesViper 3
ModelPV316G160C0K
Capacity16GB (2 x 8GB)
SpeedDDR3 1600 (PC3 12800)
CAS LatencyCL10
Timing10-10-10-27
Voltage1.50V
Multi-channel KitDual Channel Kit
Heat SpreaderYes
Shipping weight0.12 kg
Package size180 × 122 × 15 mm

Questions about this item

Will the heat spreader on these Viper 3 modules fit under a large CPU cooler?

The Viper 3 kit uses a custom high-performance heat shield; measure your cooler clearance against the module height before installing.

How do I enable the rated 1600MHz speed and CL10 timing on this dual-channel kit?

Enable the XMP 1.3 profile in the BIOS after seating both 8GB DIMMs in the correct motherboard slots for dual-channel operation.

Do the 1.50V modules need any special cooling or replacement schedule over time?

No special cooling is required beyond normal case airflow; the heat spreader handles dissipation and the modules have no user-serviceable parts to replace.

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