G.Skill Trident Z5 Neo RGB White 32GB (2x16GB) DDR5 6000MHz CL36 AMD EXPO Desktop Memory Kit — 1.35V, Unbuffered, RGB Lighting

Model: F5-6000J3036F16GX2-TZ5NRW
Capacity: 32GB (2 x 16GB modules)
Memory Type: DDR5 SDRAM, Unbuffered, Non-ECC
Speed: 6000 MT/s
CAS Latency (CL): 36
Timings: 36-36-36-76
Voltage: 1.35V
Form Factor: 288-pin DIMM
RGB Lighting: Yes – top-side RGB lighting with customizable effects
Heat Spreader: Aluminum with RGB diffuser (silver and black design)

General Information

The G.Skill Trident Z5 Neo RGB 32GB DDR5 6000MHz CL36 is a high-performance DDR5 memory kit designed for AMD Ryzen 7000 series (AM5 platform) and other Zen 4-based systems. It delivers high bandwidth , low latency , and customizable RGB lighting , making it ideal for gaming , content creation , and overclocking .

It supports AMD EXPO profiles , enabling plug-and-play overclocking on compatible motherboards, while also being Intel XMP 3.0 compatible for broader use across platforms. The aluminum heat spreader ensures thermal stability , and the RGB diffuser allows for lighting customization with major motherboard software like ASUS Aura Sync , MSI Mystic Light , Gigabyte RGB Fusion , and ASRock Polychrome .

Performance & Timings

• Frequency: 6000 MT/s – one of the highest speeds available for DDR5 consumer-grade memory
• CAS Latency (CL): 36 – tight latency for responsive performance in gaming and multitasking
• Timings: 36-36-36-76 – optimized for stability and speed at 6000MHz
• Voltage: 1.35V – energy-efficient for high-speed DDR5
• XMP/EXPO Support:
  • AMD EXPO Profiles for Zen 4 and Ryzen 7000 series
  • Intel XMP 3.0 compatibility for manual tuning on Intel platforms (with BIOS support)
• Dual-Channel Configuration: 2 x 16GB modules – ensures maximum bandwidth and performance for modern applications

Compatibility & Features

• Supported Platforms:
  • AMD Ryzen 7000 series (AM5 socket)
  • AMD B650, X670, and X699 motherboards
  • Intel 12th Gen (Alder Lake), 13th Gen (Raptor Lake), and 14th Gen (Meteor Lake) processors (with manual XMP configuration)
• Memory Type: Non-ECC, Unbuffered DDR5 – suitable for consumer desktops
• Thermal Design:
  • Aluminum heat spreader with RGB diffuser – enhances thermal performance and aesthetics
  • No onboard DRAM cache – relies on Host Memory Buffer (HMB) or system RAM for caching
• RGB Compatibility:
  • Supports addressable Gen2 RGB headers for full synchronization with motherboard lighting ecosystems
  • Customizable via motherboard RGB software
• BIOS Compatibility:
  • Requires UEFI BIOS updates for full performance on newer CPUs
  • Works well with AMD EXPO and Intel XMP for stable overclocking

Design & Build Quality

• Form Factor: Standard 288-pin DIMM – fits most ATX and Micro-ATX boards
• Dimensions: Approx. 133.35 mm (length) x 3.5 mm (height)
• Weight: ~100g per module (total ~200g)
• Build Quality:
  • High-quality aluminum heat spreader with RGB illumination
  • Gold-plated contacts for stable signal integrity
• Low Profile Design: Suitable for small form factor builds and cases with limited vertical space