G.SKILL Flare 16GB DDR5 6000MHz CL36
Prices & availability
Where to buy the G.SKILL Flare 16GB DDR5 6000MHz CL36
| Store | Condition | Price (snapshot) | Value | Checked | Offer link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Amazon | New | Check current price on Amazon | in store | Check on Amazon | |
| Newegg | New | $260 | 21 | Go to offer → |
The G.SKILL Flare 16GB DDR5 6000MHz CL36 ranks #158 of 316 in-stock RAM memory kits by Relative Value under the balanced preset in the 2026-08-13 offer frame. Below: how it scores per scenario and what the math says about alternatives.
Is the G.SKILL Flare 16GB DDR5 6000MHz CL36 worth it in August 2026? (value analysis)
It sits at #158 of 316 in balanced value. The current top 3 are within 33 points of each other.
Each letter answers “how well does this product handle that job?” — price is never part of it.
Near this price: #19 value · #3 capability within ±15% of this price · ±15% band
Scenario Tiers grade capability for each use — price excluded, identical to the tier list.
The scenario matrix below adds prices from the 2026-08-13 offer frame back in as Relative Value.
Value and price targets for every scenario (detailed table)
| Scenario (preset) | Relative Value | Strong Value at ≤ | Excellent Value at ≤ | Market-leading Value at ≤ | Top value pick here |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Balanced | 21 | no price reaches 80+ here — other products dominate this scenario | G.SKILL Ripjaws 16GB DDR3 1600MHz CL9 | ||
| Gaming | 34 | no price reaches 80+ here — other products dominate this scenario | G.SKILL Ripjaws 16GB DDR3 1600MHz CL9 | ||
| Productivity | 27 | no price reaches 80+ here — other products dominate this scenario | G.SKILL Ripjaws 16GB DDR3 1600MHz CL9 | ||
| 24/7 Server | 20 | no price reaches 80+ here — other products dominate this scenario | G.SKILL Ripjaws 16GB DDR3 1600MHz CL9 | ||
| Strict Budget | 5 | no price reaches 80+ here — other products dominate this scenario | G.SKILL Ripjaws 16GB DDR3 1600MHz CL9 | ||
Relative Value is computed within the current in-stock set for each preset (leader = 100). Target prices are calculation thresholds under today's dataset; where none exist, the row says so instead of showing blanks. Recalculated on every data refresh.
Price & value history
What we actually observed — lowest tracked offer, average offer price, and value/rank position among products on sale now in this category.
- 📈 Up 26.8% since tracking began ($205 → $260).
- ↕️ Swing of $50 between $205 (2026-07-15) and $255 (2026-08-13).
Across 24 tracked days we recorded the G.SKILL Flare 16GB DDR5 6000MHz CL36 on 21 of them. The lowest tracked offer was $205 on 2026-07-15 and the highest $255 on 2026-08-13. Today's lowest total is $260, 10.2% above the 24-day average of $236. The average offer price across 2 retailers is $257 (-1.2% above the cheapest). Price volatility is moderate (6.1% CV).
Prices are the cheapest total (item plus shipping) we recorded for a New, in-stock offer on that day. Value and rank here are measured against products on sale now — the set this product actually competes in — so they will not match a Value Score computed over the whole catalogue elsewhere on this page. A previous-generation part is ranked among previous-generation parts, because that is the choice a buyer of one is actually making.
G.SKILL Flare 16GB DDR5 6000MHz CL36 DDR, DIMM & motherboard compatibility
| Memory generation | DDR5 |
| Capacity / kit | 16 GB · 1 modules |
| Rated speed | 6000 MT/s |
| CAS / first-word latency | CL36 · 12 ns |
| Form factor | 288-pin DIMM |
| Voltage | <span class="pp-none">not tracked</span> |
Match the DDR generation and DIMM form factor first. Then confirm the motherboard QVL or memory-support list for the rated speed, module count and EXPO/XMP profile; a kit can run below its advertised speed on an unsupported platform.
Best alternatives to the G.SKILL Flare 16GB DDR5 6000MHz CL36 at similar prices
Chosen for Gaming, not for general performance — a product that suits a different job is not an alternative here. Tiers come from the same rubric as the tier list; products we can't grade for this job are left out rather than guessed at. Prices use the page's dated offer frame.
FAQ
- What is a good price for the G.SKILL Flare 16GB DDR5 6000MHz CL36 right now?
- No realistic price brings the G.SKILL Flare 16GB DDR5 6000MHz CL36 to an 80+ Relative Value under the balanced weighting in the 2026-08-13 offer frame — other in-stock products dominate it on performance-per-dollar. That is a statement about this market frame, not about the product: check the scenario matrix, where different priorities can put it ahead.
- Where can I buy the G.SKILL Flare 16GB DDR5 6000MHz CL36?
- We track 2 offer(s) across stores, variants and conditions — the first 2 useful price highlights are shown above, which is the complete currently tracked set. Each row keeps its own checked date; always confirm the final price at the retailer.
- Is the G.SKILL Flare 16GB DDR5 6000MHz CL36 worth it in August 2026?
- That depends on your scenario: its Relative Value ranges across presets in the scenario matrix above (currently #158 of 316 in-stock by balanced value in the 2026-08-13 offer frame). Use the live calculator to weigh your own priorities.
- Will the G.SKILL Flare 16GB DDR5 6000MHz CL36 work in my PC?
- It is a DDR5 288-pin DIMM kit rated for 6000 MT/s. Match the DDR generation and form factor first, then confirm the rated speed and module count on the motherboard memory-support list.
- What is the G.SKILL Flare 16GB DDR5 6000MHz CL36 best suited for?
- It combines 16GB, 6000 MT/s and CL36. Gaming emphasizes first-word latency at a sufficient capacity; workstation use emphasizes capacity and bandwidth.
Offer frame: 2026-08-13 · dataset generated 2026-08-13 · formula ram-value-v1 · Value Score is an estimate based on our current dataset, selected weights, market prices and methodology — not an official product rating or a price forecast. Target prices are calculation thresholds, not predictions. Methodology · Report a data error