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In a nutshell: G.Skill has unveiled a new ultra high-performance DDR5 memory kit that have been specifically designed for AMD Ryzen gaming rigs and workstations. The newly launched kit includes 48GB of DDR5-9000 DRAM, delivered in two 24GB modules, with a CL44-56-56 configuration and support for AMD EXPO overclock profiles.
G.Skill showcased the new memory kit in a high-end system featuring an Asus ROG Crosshair X870E Hero motherboard paired with an AMD Ryzen 7 8700G processor. While the choice of the ROG Crosshair board is understandable, G.Skill did not clarify why it opted for an 8000-series processor instead of a high-end 9000-series chip, such as the Ryzen 9 9950X, which was recently overclocked to a staggering 7.54GHz.
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It's worth noting that the motherboard used in the demo features Asus' NitroPath DRAM technology, which is designed to enhance DDR5 memory overclocking performance. According to G.Skill, this technology was key in helping the new memory modules achieve impressive speeds of over 9,000 MT/s, lending credibility to Asus' claim that NitroPath can push memory speeds to 8,600 MT/s and beyond.
NitroPath is Asus' proprietary DRAM technology, which the company says will revolutionize high-end gaming motherboards. At its core, it's a new DIMM slot design aimed at boosting performance and reliability when overclocked. These slots are said to feature "exclusive layout routing," which minimizes noise and interference through shorter gold finger pins and optimized signal pathways on the motherboard.
There's no further information on the new memory kit, so details about its release date or pricing remain unknown. However, images from the press release suggest that it will likely be part of the Trident Z5 Royal NEO series, indicating it could carry a premium price tag.
Currently, G.Skill's fastest 48GB memory kits peak at DDR5-8400, with premium Trident Z5 Royal models retailing between $300 and $350 on Amazon and Newegg. However, those kits feature Intel XMP support and are optimized for Intel systems. This new kit marks G.Skill's first attempt at offering a high-performance option tailored for AMD rigs, featuring AMD EXPO support.