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G.SKILL Ares Series 16GB (2 x 8GB) DDR3 2133 (PC3 17000) Desktop Memory Model F3-2133C11D-16GAR
- DDR3 2133 (PC3 17000)
- Timing 11-13-13-31
- CAS Latency CL11
- Voltage 1.50V
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G.SKILL ARES Series DDR3 Desktop Memory
F3-2133C11D-16GAR
Low Profile Extreme Performance DDR3 Memory
G.SKILL ARES is built for ultra-high performance with rock solid stability. Rated at DDR3 2133 speed, the ARES memory kit F3-2133C11D-16GAR serves and powers your system in your daily battles of gaming and computing. Extensive tests ensure peace of mind reliability. Low profile heat spreader allows installation in system even with small form factor. Intel XMP support makes overclocking a breeze.
Ultra High Performance and Solid Reliability
Rated at 2133MHz, this memory kit delivers up to 17.0GBps per channel to ensure outstanding performance. It is ideal for current operating system and applications. Passing extensive reliability and compatibility tests with a wide range of Intel and AMD platforms, this ARES memory kit ensures solid reliability while maintaining overclocking headroom.
Low Profile Heat Spreader Design
These memory modules feature advanced heat spreader for super heat transfer and dissipation. At only 3.2cm tall, the low profile heat spreader design of G.SKILL ARES is the ideal memory for systems with massive CPU coolers or for small-form-factor PCs, where every millimeter counts.
Intel XMP Support
G.SKILL Ares Series ARES F3-2133C11D-16GAR memory kit comes with the latest Intel XMP standard for 2nd and 3rd Generation Intel Core Processors. It provides PC enthusiasts an easy overclocking experience.
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The G.SKILL Ares F3-2133C11D-16GAR is a 16GB (2 x 8GB) DDR3-2133 dual-channel desktop memory kit for users upgrading compatible Intel LGA1155 or LGA1150 PCs for gaming and everyday computing; enable XMP or tune the BIOS to reach its rated speed.
Recommended For
- Owners of a compatible DDR3 desktop who want to replace a smaller memory kit with a matched 16GB (2 x 8GB) dual-channel kit for everyday multitasking or gaming on an older PC.
- Small-form-factor PC builders or users with large CPU coolers who need DDR3 memory with a low-profile heat spreader; G.SKILL positions the Ares design for space-constrained builds.
- Owners of a supported Intel LGA1150 system who want to run this exact kit at its rated DDR3-2133 profile; Intel’s XMP list records the model with an i7-4790K and a compatible Gigabyte Z97 motherboard.
- Users upgrading an existing DDR3 desktop who prefer a matched two-module kit rather than combining separate memory kits; G.SKILL advises against mixing kits because of potential compatibility issues.
Real-World Use Scenarios
- On a compatible older DDR3 desktop that needs more memory for everyday multitasking, installing this matched 16GB kit can provide room for several applications and browser tabs to stay open; the motherboard and CPU must support the kit.
- For gaming on a compatible DDR3 system, this kit can serve as a 16GB memory upgrade, but benchmarks suggest moving to DDR3-2133 alone usually brings limited gaming gains compared with upgrading the graphics card or processor.
- On a compatible desktop that relies on integrated graphics, the kit’s dual-channel configuration and higher memory bandwidth may help graphics performance in some workloads; the actual benefit depends on the processor and application.
- When installing it in a supported Intel-era build, a user can enable the BIOS XMP profile to target the kit’s rated speed; if the system is unstable or does not support that setting, a lower memory speed may be needed.
Spec Summary
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Best For | Upgrading compatible desktop systems that use DDR3 DIMM memory, including supported Intel LGA1155 and LGA1150 platforms |
| Capacity And Kit Configuration | 16GB dual-channel kit with 2 x 8GB modules |
| Memory Performance | DDR3-2133 (PC3 17000) with CL11 latency, 11-13-13-31 timing, and 1.50V operating voltage; rated speed requires Intel XMP or manual BIOS tuning |
| Compatibility And Memory Type | 240-pin DIMM, unbuffered and non-ECC; supports Intel XMP for 2nd-, 3rd-, and 4th-generation Intel Core processors. Mixing with other memory kits or modules is not recommended |
| Physical Design | Red heat spreader with green LED |
| Model Identifiers | G.SKILL Ares Series, model F3-2133C11D-16GAR |