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Two black DDR3 sticks with tall heat spreaders, dual channel kit

Patriot Memory

Patriot Memory PV38G160C9K Viper 3 8GB DDR3 1600 desktop RAM

SKU CH-MPB4-KNZAD MPN PV38G160C9K

8GB dual-channel DDR3 1600 kit with CL9 timing and a black heat spreader

  • Capacity8GB (2 x 4GB)
  • Type240-Pin PC RAM
  • SpeedDDR3 1600 (PC3 12800)
  • CAS LatencyCL9
  • Timing9-9-9-24
  • Voltage1.50V
  • Dual-channel 8 GB kit boosts multitasking headroom with two matched 4 GB modules
  • DDR3 1600 speed at CL9 timing delivers responsive data throughput for everyday workloads
  • Low 1.50 V operation reduces power draw and heat inside the case
  • Custom black heat spreader dissipates thermal load to maintain stable clocks under load
  • Hand-tested compatibility across Intel and AMD DDR3 platforms ensures reliable boot and operation

Viper 3 8GB DDR3 1600 Kit

This Patriot Viper 3 kit provides 8GB of desktop memory as two 4GB unbuffered DIMMs. The modules run at DDR3 1600 with a PC3 12800 rating and operate at 1.50V. A black heat spreader is fitted to each stick for thermal management.

Dual-channel upgrade for DDR3 systems

The 240-pin dual-channel kit suits older Intel and AMD platforms that support DDR3 1600 and XMP 1.3 profiles. Builders needing ECC, registered modules, or capacities beyond 8GB should choose a different kit.

CL9 9-9-9-24 timing at 1.50V

The specified CAS latency of CL9 and timings of 9-9-9-24 define the kit's responsiveness at the rated voltage. Verify that the motherboard can run DDR3 1600 at these timings before purchase.

Highlights

  • Dual-channel 8 GB kit boosts multitasking headroom with two matched 4 GB modules
  • DDR3 1600 speed at CL9 timing delivers responsive data throughput for everyday workloads
  • Low 1.50 V operation reduces power draw and heat inside the case
  • Custom black heat spreader dissipates thermal load to maintain stable clocks under load
  • Hand-tested compatibility across Intel and AMD DDR3 platforms ensures reliable boot and operation

Specifications

BrandPatriot
SeriesViper 3
ModelPV38G160C9K
Capacity8GB (2 x 4GB)
Type240-Pin PC RAM
SpeedDDR3 1600 (PC3 12800)
CAS LatencyCL9
Timing9-9-9-24
Voltage1.50V
ECCNo
Buffered/RegisteredUnbuffered
Multi-channel KitDual Channel Kit
ColorBlack
Heat SpreaderYes
FeaturesPatriot Memory's Viper 3 Series memory kits are designed with true performance in mind. Tested and compatible with Intel's and AMD's DDR3 compatible processors and chipsets, The Viper 3 series provides the best performance and stability for the most demanding computer environments.
The Viper 3 series utilizes a custom designed high performance heat shield for superior heat dissipation to ensure rock solid performance even when using the most taxing applications. Built from the highest quality Build of Materials, Patriot Memory's Viper 3 Series memory kits are hand tested and validate
Shipping weight0.11 kg
Package size180 × 121 × 17 mm

Questions about this item

Will this 1.50V Viper 3 kit run alongside the DDR3 modules already in my system?

The kit operates at 1.50V with CL9 9-9-9-24 timings at 1600MHz; mixing modules of different voltages or timings can prevent the system from booting or force all sticks to run at the slowest common settings.

Does this dual-channel kit support XMP 1.3 so I can verify it is running at its rated 1600MHz speed?

Yes, the modules are XMP 1.3 ready; enable the profile in the BIOS and then confirm the memory is running at DDR3 1600 (PC3 12800) with CL9 timings using CPU-Z or the BIOS memory information screen.

My motherboard has four 240-pin slots — do I need to populate specific slots for this 2 x 4GB kit to run in dual-channel mode?

Install the two modules in the same-coloured slots (usually slots 1 and 3 or 2 and 4) as indicated in the motherboard manual; the BIOS will then report dual-channel operation and 8GB total capacity.

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