Corsair Vengeance RGB DDR5-6000 CL30
32GB dual-channel DDR5 kit with two 16GB modules, 6000 MT/s tested speed, CL30 primary latency and Intel XMP performance profiles.
Quick Product Overview
The Corsair Vengeance RGB 32GB DDR5-6000 CL30 kit reviewed here is SKU CMH32GX5M2B6000C30. It consists of two 16GB DDR5 UDIMMs designed for dual-channel desktop systems.
Corsair rates this kit for 6000 MT/s with tested timings of 30-36-36-76 at 1.40V. Its default SPD specification is DDR5-4800 at 1.10V, so the advertised DDR5-6000 setting requires enabling the appropriate memory profile in the system BIOS.
This exact SKU is positioned primarily for modern Intel DDR5 platforms and includes Intel XMP support, an aluminum heat spreader and individually addressable RGB lighting controlled through Corsair iCUE.
Key Specifications
| Manufacturer | Corsair |
|---|---|
| Product Series | Vengeance RGB DDR5 |
| SKU | CMH32GX5M2B6000C30 |
| Total Capacity | 32GB |
| Module Configuration | 2 × 16GB |
| Memory Type | DDR5 |
| Memory Format | UDIMM |
| Tested Speed | 6000 MT/s |
| Speed Rating | PC5-48000 |
| Tested Timings | 30-36-36-76 |
| CAS Latency | CL30 |
| Tested Voltage | 1.40V |
| SPD Speed | DDR5-4800 |
| SPD Timings | 40-40-40-77 |
| SPD Voltage | 1.10V |
| Performance Profile | Intel XMP |
| Lighting | Ten-zone individually addressable RGB per module |
| Heat Spreader | Aluminum |
| Module Color | Black |
| Fan Included | No |
Performance & Use-Case Information
Gaming Systems
DDR5-6000 with CL30 timings provides a strong combination of bandwidth and latency for modern gaming systems where the CPU and motherboard can operate the memory reliably at its rated profile.
General Performance
The 32GB capacity is suitable for modern multitasking, gaming and everyday productivity without requiring four DIMMs.
Content Creation
Two 16GB modules provide enough capacity for many mainstream photo, video, audio and creative workloads while preserving dual-channel operation.
Low-Latency DDR5
CL30 is relatively tight for DDR5-6000 and is one reason this specification remains popular among performance-oriented DDR5 kits.
Memory Profiles
Intel XMP simplifies configuration by allowing supported motherboards to load Corsair's tested speed, timings and voltage profile through the BIOS.
RGB Builds
Each module includes ten individually addressable RGB LEDs that can be customized through Corsair iCUE.
Speed, Latency & Voltage
The rated specification of DDR5-6000 CL30 combines a high effective transfer rate with relatively tight primary latency. Corsair specifies the complete tested timing set as 30-36-36-76.
Reaching the tested DDR5-6000 configuration requires 1.40V, compared with the module's 1.10V SPD voltage.
Without the performance profile enabled, the modules are designed to fall back to their standard SPD settings for broader compatibility. Corsair lists the SPD speed as DDR5-4800 with 40-40-40-77 timings.
Platform & Compatibility
Intel XMP
This exact SKU uses an Intel XMP performance profile and is officially listed by Corsair for Intel DDR5 platforms.
Intel 600 / 700 / 800 Series
Corsair lists compatibility with Intel 600-series, 700-series and 800-series DDR5 motherboard platforms.
Motherboard QVL
Memory support can vary by motherboard and BIOS revision. Checking the motherboard manufacturer's Qualified Vendor List remains advisable before purchasing.
CPU Memory Controller
DDR5-6000 is an overclocked memory setting. Stability and maximum speed depend partly on the CPU's integrated memory controller.
Works Best With
These are examples of the type of hardware this memory is intended to complement. Always verify motherboard QVL support, BIOS version and CPU memory-controller capability before purchasing.
Modern Intel DDR5 CPU
Best suited to Intel desktop processors paired with a DDR5-compatible motherboard capable of running DDR5-6000 through XMP.
DDR5 Intel Motherboard
A compatible Intel 600-, 700- or 800-series DDR5 motherboard with XMP support is the intended platform for this exact kit.
Corsair iCUE
Corsair iCUE provides RGB customization and supports compatible Corsair memory-management features.
RGB Lighting & Physical Design
Vengeance RGB DDR5 uses an aluminum heat spreader combined with a panoramic RGB light bar. Corsair states that each module contains ten individually addressable LEDs.
Lighting effects can be synchronized and customized through Corsair iCUE. This makes the kit particularly suitable for systems where visible memory lighting is part of the overall case design.
The heat spreader is functional as well as cosmetic, helping move heat away from the memory components during operation.
What Independent Reviewers Found
Tom's Hardware — Performance
Testing of a closely related Vengeance RGB DDR5-6000 C30 variant found competitive out-of-box performance, with strong results in several rendering, compression and decompression tests.
Tom's Hardware — Build Quality
The review specifically praised the Vengeance RGB DDR5 family's design and construction while describing overall performance as solid for the product class.
Tom's Hardware — Overclocking
The reviewed 6000 C30 variant showed limited additional overclocking headroom beyond its factory-rated profile, demonstrating that a strong rated specification does not guarantee large manual-overclocking gains.
Where the Research Is Consistent
Strong Points
- DDR5-6000 rated speed
- Tight CL30 primary latency
- 32GB dual-channel capacity
- Intel XMP profile support
- Ten-zone RGB lighting per module
- Aluminum heat spreader
- Strong mainstream gaming and productivity specification
Important Context
- 6000 MT/s requires an overclocked memory profile
- 1.40V is required for the tested specification
- Maximum stability depends on CPU and motherboard
- This exact SKU is Intel-XMP oriented
- Additional manual overclocking headroom may be limited
- RGB requires software for full customization
Strengths & Limitations
Strengths
- 32GB capacity
- Two-module dual-channel configuration
- DDR5-6000
- CL30
- 30-36-36-76 tested timings
- Intel XMP support
- Ten-zone RGB
- iCUE integration
- Aluminum heat spreaders
- Broad Intel DDR5 platform compatibility
Limitations
- Rated speed requires BIOS memory-profile configuration
- 1.40V tested voltage
- Not this exact SKU for AMD EXPO
- System stability varies by CPU and motherboard
- RGB adds little for closed or non-windowed systems
- Manual overclocking results are not guaranteed
Upgrade Considerations
From 16GB
Moving from 16GB to 32GB can provide more headroom for modern games, background applications, browsers and creative software.
From Slower DDR5
A DDR5-6000 CL30 kit can improve memory bandwidth and latency, but real-world gains depend heavily on processor, workload and the memory specification being replaced.
From DDR4
DDR5 memory is not electrically interchangeable with DDR4. Moving from DDR4 requires a DDR5-compatible motherboard and supported processor platform.
Alternatives to Consider
G.SKILL Trident Z5
A major enthusiast alternative with a wide range of DDR5 frequencies, timings and RGB configurations.
Kingston FURY Renegade DDR5
Another performance-oriented DDR5 family aimed at gaming and enthusiast desktop systems.
TEAMGROUP T-FORCE DDR5
Provides competing DDR5 gaming kits across numerous speeds, latencies and RGB configurations.
Who Is It Best For?
Gaming Builds
Builders looking for a 32GB DDR5 kit with a strong combination of 6000 MT/s speed and CL30 latency.
Intel XMP Systems
Users building around modern Intel DDR5 motherboards with XMP support.
RGB-Focused PCs
Systems where synchronized lighting and visible memory modules are an important part of the finished appearance.
Rockin Box Tech Research Summary
Corsair's official specifications show the Vengeance RGB DDR5-6000 CL30 32GB kit to be a performance-focused Intel DDR5 memory package with a well-balanced combination of capacity, frequency and latency.
The exact SKU reviewed here provides two 16GB modules, DDR5-6000 operation, 30-36-36-76 tested timings, 1.40V operation and Intel XMP support.
Its RGB implementation and iCUE integration add customization for visible gaming systems, while the 32GB capacity is practical for mainstream gaming, productivity and general multitasking.
The primary considerations are platform compatibility and the fact that DDR5-6000 is an overclocked memory profile rather than the module's default SPD speed. Buyers should confirm motherboard and CPU memory support before purchasing.