Patriot Viper Elite 5 RGB PVER516G56C38W
Expert rating6 / 10
- DDR Generation:
- DDR5
- Capacity:
- 16GB
- Speed:
- 5600MT/s
- CAS Latency:
- CL38
- RGB Lighting:
- Yes
- Colour:
- White
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Manufacturer: Patriot Last updated: 2026-09-12
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Patriot Viper Elite 5 RGB PVER516G56C38W Review
Patriot Viper Elite 5 RGB PVER516G56C38W 16GB single module DDR5-5600 specs price
Viper Elite 5 RGB is Patriot's entry-level DDR5 line, and this single 16GB module runs at 5600MT/s, close to DDR5's JEDEC baseline, making it an accessible way to add RGB-lit DDR5 capacity to a budget build one module at a time.
Comparison to Alternatives
Comparison to Alternatives
- Patriot Viper Elite 5 RGB PVER532G60C42W, a higher-capacity 32GB single module in the same white RGB series
- Kingston FURY Beast RGB KF556C40BBAK2-16, a matched 2x8GB kit alternative at a similar 5600MHz entry-level DDR5 price point
Speed and Latency
Speed and CL only mean something together: 38 cycles at 5600MT/s is 13.6ns of real delay. 83% of the desktop DDR5 kits in our catalog are as tight or tighter.
Our verdict
Reviewed by Burooj Alam. Rated by us, not by users.
Expert rating6 / 10
Best for
- single-module DDR5 upgrades or entry-level builds
- Buyers starting with one stick and planning to add a matching second later
Not for
- New dual-channel builds (buy a matched 2-module kit instead)
- Performance builds wanting more than the JEDEC-adjacent 5600MT/s baseline
- All-black case builds
Specifications
What these specs meanHow fast this kit is among DDR5 kits, rated from its speed and latency.
Identity
| Peak Bandwidth | 44.8 GB/s |
|---|---|
| Brand | Patriot |
| Part Number | PVER516G56C38W |
| Series | Viper Elite 5 RGB |
Memory
| DDR Generation | DDR5 |
|---|---|
| Capacity | 16 GB |
| Speed | 5600 MT/s |
| CAS Latency | 38 |
| Module Count | 1 |
| Voltage | 1.35 V |
Physical
| RGB Lighting | Yes |
|---|
Module and platform
| RAM Segment | Desktop DDR5 |
|---|---|
| Form Factor | UDIMM |
| Buffering | No |
| Pin Count | 288 |
| Platform Optimisation | Intel XMP 3.0, AMD EXPO |
Capacity
| Capacity Per Module | 16 GB |
|---|
Speed and timings
| True Latency | 13.6 ns |
|---|
Overclocking profile
| XMP Support | Yes |
|---|---|
| XMP Version | XMP 3.0 |
| EXPO Support | Yes |
Silicon
| Memory IC | Undisclosed |
|---|---|
| ECC | No |
Physical and lighting
| Module Height | 41.5 mm |
|---|---|
| Colour | White |
Commercial
| Warranty | Limited Lifetime |
|---|
FAQs
What are the key specifications of the Patriot Viper Elite 5 RGB PVER516G56C38W (16GB/DDR5 5600MHz/CL38/RGB White/Intel XMP 3.0, AMD EXPO)?
Key specs for the Patriot Viper Elite 5 RGB PVER516G56C38W: Capacity Per Module 16 GB, Capacity 16 GB, Speed 5600 MT/s, OC Profile XMP 3.0 + EXPO, Voltage 1.35 V, DDR Generation DDR5.
Will the Patriot Viper Elite 5 RGB PVER516G56C38W (16GB/DDR5 5600MHz/CL38/RGB White/Intel XMP 3.0, AMD EXPO) work with my current setup?
The Patriot Viper Elite 5 RGB PVER516G56C38W (16GB/DDR5 5600MHz/CL38/RGB White/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.
What are the drawbacks of the Patriot Viper Elite 5 RGB PVER516G56C38W (16GB/DDR5 5600MHz/CL38/RGB White/Intel XMP 3.0, AMD EXPO)?
Not the best fit for: New dual-channel builds (buy a matched 2-module kit instead); Performance builds wanting more than the JEDEC-adjacent 5600MT/s baseline; All-black case builds.