Kingston Fury Beast 16GB 5200MHz CL40 DDR5 RAM

The Kingston FURY Beast 16GB DDR5 5200MHz CL40 (model KF552C40BB-16) is a single-module desktop memory stick designed for Intel-platform gaming and productivity builds. It ships as a 16 GB UDIMM operating at 5200 MT/s out of the box, with no manual BIOS tuning required thanks to Plug N Play initialisation at the rated speed. DDR5 introduces a fundamentally restructured memory architecture compared to its predecessor. The module features dual 16-bit subchannels that together maintain the familiar 32-bit per-channel effective width while enabling the controller to address each subchannel independently, improving parallelism and overall memory bus efficiency. Bank count has been doubled from 16 to 32, and burst length extended from 8 to 16, both of which contribute to higher sustained throughput under typical gaming and multitasking workloads. die ECC (ODECC) is embedded at the silicon level on the DRAM dies themselves. This is a DDR5 standard feature that corrects single-bit errors within each die before data leaves the chip, contributing to improved stability — particularly useful when running at high speeds or slightly elevated voltages. It is distinct from server-class registered ECC and does not require an ECC-capable processor or motherboard. Power delivery on DDR5 moves module: a dedicated Power Management Integrated Circuit (PMIC) is mounted directly on the PCB. This shifts voltage regulation from the motherboard to the module itself, which helps maintain cleaner, more consistent power delivery across the memory bus. Intel XMP 3.0 certification means the module carries a validated overclock profile that any XMP 3.0-compatible motherboard can load automatically from the SPD. Two customisable profile slots are part of the XMP 3.0 specification, allowing users or board vendors to store alternate timing configurations. The module has also been qualified by major motherboard manufacturers for broad compatibility. A low-profile heat spreader keeps thermals in check without adding excessive height, which is useful in compact ATX or mATX cases where taller cooler fins might otherwise conflict. Verified Specifications: - Model: KF552C40BB-16 - Series: Kingston FURY Beast - Capacity: 16 GB (1 × 16 GB) - Memory Type: DDR5 - DIMM Type: UDIMM - Speed: 5200 MHz (5200 MT/s) - CAS Latency: CL40 (40-40-40) - Voltage: 1.25 V - Profile: Intel XMP 3.0 - Form Factor: Low-profile heat spreader - Lighting: None - Warranty: Limited Lifetime