HyperX Launches High-Capacity Impact DDR4 RAM for Laptops, SFF PCs
HyperX, Kingston's elite gaming division, today launched new Impact DDR4 SO-DIMM offerings with capacities that span up to 64GB.
HyperX's announcement points to high-capacity kits that could be the for enthusiasts needing large amounts of memory on their notebooks or small form factor PCs.
Impact memory modules are equipped with the brand's Plug N Play feature that automatically sets up the memory to run at the advertised frequency without any manual tweaking. Compatibility-wise, Impact memory modules should play nicely on both AMD Ryzen and Intel platforms.
HyperX Impact DDR4 SO-DIMM Specifications
| New Part Numbers | Frequency | Latency | Capacity | MSRP |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| HX424S15IB2/16 | 2400 | CL15 | 16GB | $77 |
| HX424S15IB2K2/32 | 2400 | CL15 | 32GB ((2x 16GB) | $153 |
| HX426S16IB2/16 | 2666 | CL16 | 16GB | $77 |
| HX426S16IB2K2/32 | 2666 | CL16 | 32GB (2x 16GB) | $153 |
| HX429S17IB2/16 | 2933 | CL17 | 16GB | $89 |
| HX429S17IB2K2/32 | 2933 | CL17 | 32GB (2x 16GB) | $177 |
| HX432S20IB2/16 | 3200 | CL20 | 16GB | $95 |
| HX432S20IB2K2/32 | 3200 | CL20 | 32GB (2x 16GB) | $190 |
HyperX is selling the new single-rank 16GB Impact stick as a single module or in a dual-channel configuration. The frequencies range from DDR4-2400 to DDR4-3200 with values between 15 and 20. Regardless of the frequency, the memory modules only require 1.2V to operate smoothly.
The single modules retail between $77 to $95, depending on the frequency. The 32GB (2x 16GB) packages start at $153 and top out at $190.
HyperX says it factory tests every Impact DDR4 SO-DIMM memory kit to assure that it performs at the advertised speed without hiccups. The vendor also backs them with a limited lifetime warranty.