G.Skill

G.Skill F5-5200J3636C16G 16GB

Capacity:: 16GB
Speed:: 5200MT/s
CAS Latency:: CL36

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Manufacturer: G.Skill Last updated: 2026-10-06

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G.Skill F5-5200J3636C16G 16GB Review

This single 16GB G.Skill module runs DDR5-5200 CL36

an entry-speed DDR5 stick below the 5600-6000MT/s range most current kits target; this catalog listing has no product image, so the exact retail series could not be confirmed and is left blank rather than guessed.

Performance

CL36 at 5200MT/s is 13.8ns true latency, noticeably behind the 10.0-13.0ns range typical of G.Skill's 5600-6000MT/s modules in this catalog; 5200MT/s is closer to JEDEC baseline speed than a tuned XMP/EXPO profile.

Comparison to Alternatives

For similar or only slightly higher cost, the confirmed Trident Z5 RGB or Neo RGB 5600MT/s modules in this catalog offer meaningfully better latency at the same 16GB capacity.

Our verdict

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

Best for

Budget builds where the lowest-cost DDR5 stick matters more than timing
Systems that specifically need a lower, easier-to-run JEDEC-adjacent speed

Not for

Performance-focused builds better served by a 5600MT/s+ module
Buyers who need a confirmed series/RGB status before purchase

Specifications

What these specs mean

Speed Score

5.8/10

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

Identity

Peak Bandwidth	41.6 GB/s
Brand	G.Skill
Part Number	F5-5200J3636C16G
Series	Aegis 5

Memory

DDR Generation	DDR5
Capacity	16 GB
Speed	5200 MT/s
CAS Latency	36
Module Count	1
Voltage	1.20 V

Module and platform

RAM Segment	Desktop DDR5
Form Factor	Desktop DIMM
Platform Optimisation	Neither

Capacity

Capacity Per Module	16 GB

Speed and timings

Timing String	36-36-36-83
True Latency	13.8 ns

FAQs

What are the key specifications of the G.Skill F5-5200J3636C16G 16GB?

Key specs for the G.Skill F5-5200J3636C16G 16GB: Capacity Per Module 16 GB, Capacity 16 GB, Speed 5200 MT/s, OC Profile XMP 3.0 + EXPO, Voltage 1.20 V, DDR Generation DDR5.

Will the G.Skill F5-5200J3636C16G 16GB work with my current setup?

The G.Skill F5-5200J3636C16G 16GB 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 G.Skill F5-5200J3636C16G 16GB best suited to?

Best suited to: Budget builds where the lowest-cost DDR5 stick matters more than timing; Systems that specifically need a lower, easier-to-run JEDEC-adjacent speed.

What are the drawbacks of the G.Skill F5-5200J3636C16G 16GB?

Not the best fit for: Performance-focused builds better served by a 5600MT/s+ module; Buyers who need a confirmed series/RGB status before purchase.