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G.Skill Trident Z5 Neo RGB F5-6000J3038F16GX2-TZ5NR 32GB (2x16GB) DDR5-6000 CL30 Matte Black RGB
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G.Skill Trident Z5 Neo RGB F5-6000J3038F16GX2-TZ5NR

Expert rating8 / 10

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Model:
G.Skill Trident Z5 Neo RGB
Capacity:
32GB (2x16GB Kit)
DDR Generation:
DDR5
Speed:
6000MT/s
CAS Latency:
CL30
Voltage:
1.35V
Overclocking:
AMD EXPO
Heat Spreader:
RGB
Warranty:
Limited Lifetime

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Manufacturer: G.Skill Last updated: September 12, 2026

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G.Skill Trident Z5 Neo RGB F5-6000J3038F16GX2-TZ5NR Review

The G.Skill Trident Z5 Neo RGB F5-6000J3038F16GX2-TZ5NR delivers a CL30 AMD EXPO profile at 32GB and DDR5-6000, tighter than the CL36 Trident Z5 Neo RGB kits more commonly stocked at this speed.

Ryzen gaming builds wanting a tighter CL30 32GB kit. Not for Intel-first builds. Skip if you need 64GB or more.

Performance and Timings

At DDR5-6000 CL30 (30-38-38-96), this kit lands at roughly 10.0ns of true first-word latency, a figure worth checking against any kit you're cross-shopping rather than judging by CAS number alone.

Compatibility

Rated timings load via AMD EXPO with a single BIOS toggle; outside that profile the kit boots at JEDEC defaults on any DDR5 platform. Confirm your motherboard's QVL and populate matched slots for dual/quad-channel operation.

Module Count and Rank

Ships as 2 x 16GB modules for a 32GB total; buy the full kit as one matched set rather than pairing separately purchased sticks, since G.Skill does not guarantee cross-kit compatibility.

Design and Build

Matte Black aluminum heat spreader with an addressable RGB light bar synced through G.Skill software and major motherboard ecosystems.

Overclocking and BIOS Setup

AMD EXPO loads CL30 6000MT/s in one step; Intel boards can attempt the profile manually but it isn't XMP-certified.

Comparison to Alternatives

Against the G.Skill Trident Z5 Neo RGB F5-6000J3040G32GX2-TZ5NR already in this catalog and the Kingston FURY Beast RGB KF556C40BBAK2-16, this Trident Z5 Neo RGB kit is worth weighing on price-per-GB, rated timings, and whether the extra RGB or premium finish actually matters for your build before paying a premium for either.

Our verdict

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

Expert rating8 / 10

A tighter CL30 alternative to G.Skill's more common CL36 Trident Z5 Neo RGB kits, at the same 32GB, 6000MT/s point.

Best for

  • Ryzen 7000/9000 gaming builds wanting a 32GB kit at a tighter CL30 bin than the stock CL36 EXPO profile.
  • AM5 builds that want RGB lighting synced through motherboard software.
  • Builders standardizing on Trident Z5's crown-cut heat spreader across a matched set.

Not for

  • Intel-first systems where an XMP 3.0-certified Trident Z5 RGB kit is the safer pick.
  • No-RGB builds better served by the plain Trident Z5 Neo.
  • 64GB+ workloads where this 32GB kit falls short of capacity needs.

Specifications

What these specs mean
Speed Score
8.3/10

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

Identity

Peak Bandwidth96.0 GB/s
BrandG.Skill
Part NumberF5-6000J3038F16GX2-TZ5NR
SeriesTrident Z5 Neo RGB

Memory

DDR GenerationDDR5
Capacity32 GB
Speed6000 MT/s
CAS Latency30
Module Count2
Voltage1.35 V

Physical

RGB LightingYes

Module and platform

RAM SegmentDesktop DDR5
Form Factor288-Pin DIMM
Platform OptimisationAM5

Capacity

Capacity Per Module16 GB

Speed and timings

True Latency10.0 ns

Overclocking profile

XMP SupportNo
EXPO SupportYes

Silicon

ECCNo

Physical and lighting

ColourMatte Black

Commercial

WarrantyLimited Lifetime

FAQs

What are the key specifications of the G.Skill Trident Z5 Neo RGB F5-6000J3038F16GX2-TZ5NR (32GB 2x16GB Kit/DDR5 6000MHz/CL30 30-38-38-96/1.35V/RGB Matte Black/AMD EXPO)?

Key specs for the G.Skill Trident Z5 Neo RGB F5-6000J3038F16GX2-TZ5NR: Capacity Per Module 16 GB, Capacity 32 GB, Speed 6000 MT/s, OC Profile EXPO, Voltage 1.35 V, DDR Generation DDR5.

Will the G.Skill Trident Z5 Neo RGB F5-6000J3038F16GX2-TZ5NR (32GB 2x16GB Kit/DDR5 6000MHz/CL30 30-38-38-96/1.35V/RGB Matte Black/AMD EXPO) work with my current setup?

The G.Skill Trident Z5 Neo RGB F5-6000J3038F16GX2-TZ5NR (32GB 2x16GB Kit/DDR5 6000MHz/CL30 30-38-38-96/1.35V/RGB Matte Black/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 G.Skill Trident Z5 Neo RGB F5-6000J3038F16GX2-TZ5NR (32GB 2x16GB Kit/DDR5 6000MHz/CL30 30-38-38-96/1.35V/RGB Matte Black/AMD EXPO) best suited to?

Best suited to: Ryzen 7000/9000 gaming builds wanting a 32GB kit at a tighter CL30 bin than the stock CL36 EXPO profile; AM5 builds that want RGB lighting synced through motherboard software; Builders standardizing on Trident Z5's crown-cut heat spreader across a matched set.

What are the drawbacks of the G.Skill Trident Z5 Neo RGB F5-6000J3038F16GX2-TZ5NR (32GB 2x16GB Kit/DDR5 6000MHz/CL30 30-38-38-96/1.35V/RGB Matte Black/AMD EXPO)?

Not the best fit for: Intel-first systems where an XMP 3.0-certified Trident Z5 RGB kit is the safer pick; No-RGB builds better served by the plain Trident Z5 Neo; 64GB+ workloads where this 32GB kit falls short of capacity needs.

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