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Corsair Vengeance RGB RS CMG32GX5M2D6000Z38

Model:
Corsair Vengeance RGB RS
Capacity:
32GB
DDR Generation:
DDR5
Speed:
6000MHz
CAS Latency:
CL38
Voltage:
1.35V
Overclocking:
Intel XMP 3.0
Heat Spreader:
Anodized Aluminum
Colour:
Grey
Form Factor:
Desktop DIMM
Compatibility:
Intel and AMD DDR5 Platforms
Warranty:
Limited Lifetime

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Manufacturer: Corsair Last updated: September 7, 2026

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Corsair Vengeance RGB RS CMG32GX5M2D6000Z38 Review

The Corsair Vengeance RGB RS CMG32GX5M2D6000Z38 is a 32GB (2x16GB) DDR5-6000 kit running at CL38, one full latency step looser than the CL36 RGB RS kit covered elsewhere on this site, and one revision letter apart (D versus E), which typically signals a different memory IC bin behind the same headline speed. It carries the same RGB RS positioning as the rest of the line: gray-only finish, motherboard-native RGB lighting compatibility, and 1.35V operating voltage, aimed squarely at the budget end of 6000MHz DDR5.

Corsair does not publish the full secondary-timing string for every RGB RS color and revision combination, so this page states what's confirmed, the CL38 primary rating and 6000MHz frequency, rather than inventing precision Corsair itself hasn't disclosed for this exact SKU.

Performance and Timings

CL38 at 6000MHz gives roughly 12.7ns of true latency, a modest step down from the CL36 RGB RS kit's approximately 12ns and further still from the standard Vengeance RGB CL30 kit's 10ns. Still, this kit hits the same 6000MHz frequency AMD recommends for Ryzen's fabric ratio, which is the number that matters most for real-world AM5 performance; the CL38 versus CL30 gap shows up mainly in memory-latency-sensitive synthetic benchmarks, not general use.

Compatibility

DDR5 only. Enable XMP 3.0 on Intel or EXPO on AMD to reach 6000MHz. Same fabric-ratio benefit on AM5 as every other 6000MHz kit in Corsair's range regardless of CL grade. RGB RS lighting is generally compatible with motherboard-native RGB software, reducing dependence on Corsair iCUE.

Module Count and Rank

Two 16GB modules. Buy the full 32GB capacity in one matched kit rather than combining separate kits later; DDR5 kits are less forgiving of mixed sourcing than DDR4 was.

Design and Build

Standard RGB RS heat spreader and lighting design, gray finish, aimed at keeping cost down relative to the flagship Vengeance RGB line. Build quality otherwise matches the rest of Corsair's DDR5 range: hand-screened ICs, high-performance PCB, limited lifetime warranty.

Overclocking and BIOS Setup

Boots at JEDEC baseline until XMP or EXPO is enabled. Select the correct profile, choose 6000MHz CL38, save, reboot, verify the applied speed in CPU-Z.

Comparison to Alternatives

The direct sibling within the same line is the CL36 RGB RS kit at the same 6000MHz frequency, a tighter-timing option at a small price premium. The direct non-RGB equivalent is the Vengeance RS line at the same CL38 speed grade, dropping the lighting for a further discount. Stepping up to the standard Vengeance RGB line brings CL30 timings and a wider color range for a real premium over this kit.

Who This Kit Is Actually For

The most budget-conscious 6000MHz RGB buyers. Still hits AMD's recommended fabric-ratio frequency, still real RGB, the lowest CL grade in Corsair's 6000MHz RGB lineup.

Not for buyers who can stretch to CL36 or CL30 in the same line. Both offer tighter timings for a modest price step up, and the latency gap does compound for genuinely memory-sensitive workloads.

Our verdict

Reviewed by Burooj Alam. Rated by us, not by users.

Best for

  • The most budget-conscious 6000MHz RGB buyers

Not for

  • buyers who can stretch to CL36 or CL30 in the same line

Specifications

What these specs mean
Speed Score
7.0/10

How fast this kit is among DDR5 kits, rated from its speed and latency.

Identity

Peak Bandwidth96.0 GB/s
BrandCorsair
Part NumberCMG32GX5M2D6000Z38
SeriesVengeance RGB RS

Memory

DDR GenerationDDR5
Capacity32 GB
Speed6000 MT/s
CAS Latency38
Module Count2
Voltage1.35 V

Module and platform

RAM SegmentDesktop DDR5
Form FactorDesktop DIMM
Platform OptimisationAM5

Capacity

Capacity Per Module16 GB

Speed and timings

True Latency12.7 ns

Overclocking profile

XMP SupportYes
XMP VersionXMP 3.0
EXPO SupportYes

Silicon

Memory ICUndisclosed

Physical and lighting

HeatspreaderAnodized Aluminum, RGB Lighting, Motherboard Software Compatible
ColourGrey

Commercial

WarrantyLimited Lifetime

FAQs

What are the key specifications of the Corsair Vengeance RGB RS CMG32GX5M2D6000Z38 (32GB 2x16GB Kit/DDR5 6000MHz/CL38/1.35V/RGB Anodized Aluminum Gray/Intel XMP 3.0 + AMD EXPO)?

Key specs for the Corsair Vengeance RGB RS CMG32GX5M2D6000Z38: Capacity Per Module 16 GB, Capacity 32 GB, Speed 6000MHz, PC5-48000, OC Profile XMP 3.0 + EXPO, Voltage 1.35 V, DDR Generation DDR5.

Will the Corsair Vengeance RGB RS CMG32GX5M2D6000Z38 (32GB 2x16GB Kit/DDR5 6000MHz/CL38/1.35V/RGB Anodized Aluminum Gray/Intel XMP 3.0 + AMD EXPO) work with my current setup?

The Corsair Vengeance RGB RS CMG32GX5M2D6000Z38 (32GB 2x16GB Kit/DDR5 6000MHz/CL38/1.35V/RGB Anodized Aluminum Gray/Intel XMP 3.0 + AMD EXPO) lists DDR Generation is DDR5. Check that against the hardware you already own before buying, since this is the field that most often decides whether a part fits. Our upgrade checker at /upgrade can confirm compatibility for common combinations.

Who is the Corsair Vengeance RGB RS CMG32GX5M2D6000Z38 (32GB 2x16GB Kit/DDR5 6000MHz/CL38/1.35V/RGB Anodized Aluminum Gray/Intel XMP 3.0 + AMD EXPO) best suited to?

Best suited to: The most budget-conscious 6000MHz RGB buyers.

What are the drawbacks of the Corsair Vengeance RGB RS CMG32GX5M2D6000Z38 (32GB 2x16GB Kit/DDR5 6000MHz/CL38/1.35V/RGB Anodized Aluminum Gray/Intel XMP 3.0 + AMD EXPO)?

Not the best fit for: buyers who can stretch to CL36 or CL30 in the same line.

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