G.SKILL Trident Z RGB DDR4 3600 Desktop RAM 32GB
- RAM Size: 32 GB
- Memory Generation: DDR4
- RAM Memory Technology: DDR4
- Memory Form Factor: UDIMM
Last refreshed Sep 9, 2026 · Based on the Amazon listing and published specifications, not hands-on testing.
A reasonable pick for a DDR4 build if your board supports XMP profiles at this speed and you buy the kit as a set rather than pairing loose sticks.
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ASIN: B08176KLZTModel: CL18-22-22-42Category: Computer Memory
Overview
This G.SKILL Trident Z RGB kit packs two 16GB DDR4 modules, 32GB total, rated to 3600MT/s at CL18-22-22-42 under XMP, built for Intel or AMD desktop builds that want RGB lighting alongside a matched memory pair.
The rated 3600MT/s speed only applies once XMP is enabled in the BIOS; on default JEDEC settings the kit runs slower and more conservatively. G.SKILL sells the two sticks as one validated pair and warns against mixing them with modules from another kit or batch, since that can cause instability. Checking G.SKILL's QVL or RAM Configurator for your specific motherboard is worth doing before assuming the rated speed will boot cleanly.
- 32GB total across two 16GB U-DIMMs
- Dual JEDEC and XMP profiles
- CL18-22-22-42 timings at 1.35V
- 288-pin non-ECC DDR4 for desktop use
Who it's for
Fits desktop builders on Intel or AMD platforms who want a matched 32GB DDR4 pair with an XMP profile and RGB lighting, not laptop or server ECC use.
Pros and cons
- Sold as a matched, tested 32GB pair
- XMP profile included for one-step overclocking in BIOS
- RGB lighting controllable through G.SKILL software
- Rated 3600MT/s speed needs BIOS overclocking to reach
- No individual heat spreader model number given
Performance notes
The kit ships with two profiles: a conservative JEDEC default that boots on any compatible board, and an XMP profile that unlocks 3600MT/s at CL18-22-22-42 and 1.35V once enabled in BIOS. Actual achieved speed still depends on the motherboard and CPU memory controller, which is why G.SKILL points buyers to its QVL list rather than promising universal compatibility.
Specifications
| Brand | G.SKILL |
|---|---|
| Model | CL18-22-22-42 |
| Dimensions & fit | |
| RAM Size | 32 GB |
| Item Weight | 0.42 pounds |
| Capacity & performance | |
| Memory Speed | 3600 mt_s |
| Power & efficiency | |
| Voltage | 1.4 volts |
| Compatibility & installation | |
| Compatible Devices | Desktop |
| Included components | |
| Unit Count | 2 |
| Warranty & support | |
| Warranty Description | Limited lifetime |
| Other details | |
| Memory Generation | DDR4 |
| RAM Memory Technology | DDR4 |
| Memory Form Factor | UDIMM |
| Form Factor | DIMM |
| Data Transfer Rate | 3600 megabits per second |
| Column Address Strobe Latency | 18 |
| Number of Pins | 288 |
| Number of Items | 2 |
| Mfr Part Number | F4-3600C18D-32GTZR |
| Additional Features | Intel XMP 2.0 |
| Item Type Name | DDR4 SDRAM Intel XMP |
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Frequently asked questions
Will the G.SKILL Trident Z RGB kit run at 3600MT/s out of the box?
Only after enabling the Intel XMP profile in BIOS; without it the kit runs at the slower JEDEC default speed.
Can I add a single stick to this F4-3600C18D-32GTZR kit later?
G.SKILL advises against mixing memory kits, since modules are matched and sold as a tested pair.
Is this DDR4 or DDR5 memory?
DDR4, 288-pin U-DIMM, for desktop Intel or AMD systems.