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Patriot Viper Xtreme 5 7600 C36 Series 16GB DDR5 7600MHz CL36

Summary:: 16GB DDR5 Desktop RAM Module

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Manufacturer: Patriot Last updated: 2026-09-14

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Patriot Viper Xtreme 5 7600 C36 Series 16GB DDR5 7600MHz CL36 Review

Comparing the Patriot Viper Xtreme 5 7600 C36 Series in 16GB DDR5? This is Patriot's no-RGB flagship line running at 7600MT/s CL36.

A 9.5ns true latency puts this among the faster bins in the Viper Xtreme 5 range, best suited to an Intel platform that can hit 7600MT/s natively.

Performance

7600MT/s CL36 computes to a 9.5ns true latency, ahead of the more common 6400MT/s CL32 bin (10.0ns) at the cost of needing a board that trains reliably this high.

Comparison to Alternatives

The matched Patriot Viper Xtreme 5 7600 C36 Series 32GB (2x16GB) kit is the better buy for a new build; for AM5 systems, the Viper Xtreme 5 PVX532G64C32K (6400MHz CL32) is a safer sweet-spot pick.

Our verdict

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

Best for

Intel builds validated for 7600MT/s+ DDR5
No-RGB high-speed builds

Not for

AM5 builds outside the 6000-6400MT/s sweet spot

Specifications

What these specs mean

Speed Score

9.3/10

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

Identity

Brand	Patriot
Part Number	7600 C36 Series
Series	Viper Xtreme 5

Memory

DDR Generation	DDR5
Capacity	16 GB
Speed	7600 MT/s
CAS Latency	36

Physical

RGB Lighting	No

Module and platform

RAM Segment	Desktop DDR5
Form Factor	Desktop DIMM

Capacity

Capacity Per Module	16 GB

Speed and timings

True Latency	9.5 ns

Overclocking profile

XMP Support	Yes
XMP Version	XMP 3.0
EXPO Support	Yes

Silicon

Memory IC	Undisclosed

Physical and lighting

Module Height	47 mm
Colour	Black

FAQs

What are the key specifications of the Patriot Viper Xtreme 5 7600 C36 Series 16GB DDR5 7600MHz CL36?

Key specs for the Patriot Viper Xtreme 5 7600 C36 Series 16GB DDR5 7600MHz CL36: Capacity Per Module 16 GB, Capacity 16 GB, Speed 7600 MT/s, OC Profile XMP 3.0 + EXPO, DDR Generation DDR5, Part Number 7600 C36 Series.

Will the Patriot Viper Xtreme 5 7600 C36 Series 16GB DDR5 7600MHz CL36 work with my current setup?

The Patriot Viper Xtreme 5 7600 C36 Series 16GB DDR5 7600MHz CL36 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 Patriot Viper Xtreme 5 7600 C36 Series 16GB DDR5 7600MHz CL36 best suited to?

Best suited to: Intel builds validated for 7600MT/s+ DDR5; No-RGB high-speed builds.

What are the drawbacks of the Patriot Viper Xtreme 5 7600 C36 Series 16GB DDR5 7600MHz CL36?

Not the best fit for: AM5 builds outside the 6000-6400MT/s sweet spot.