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Kingston Fury Beast 16GB 5600MT/s DDR5 CL40 DIMM Single Module Desktop Memory KF556C40BB-16

Kingston Fury Beast 16GB 5600MT/s DDR5 CL40 DIMM Single Module Desktop Memory KF556C40BB-16

Bottom line: The Kingston Fury Beast 16GB 5600MT/s DDR5 CL40 DIMM Single Module: 5600MT/s DDR5 speed with CL40 timings; main trade-off: CL40 latency is loose for a 5600MT/s kit.

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Mike Perry — Hardware researcher since 2014. For desktop and laptop memory upgrades, synthesises manufacturer specs and independent reviews rather than first-hand lab testing. Core beat: GPU performance across gaming, rendering, and local-LLM inference.

Pros & Cons

Pros

  • ✓ 5600MT/s DDR5 speed with CL40 timings
  • ✓ On-die ECC catches bit errors in-module
  • ✓ Low-profile heat spreader clears big CPU coolers
  • ✓ Intel XMP 3.0 and AMD EXPO profiles both supported

Cons

  • ✗ CL40 latency is loose for a 5600MT/s kit
  • ✗ Single 16GB module ships without dual-channel pairing
  • ✗ Second module needed for full dual-channel bandwidth
  • ✗ DDR5-only, so no reuse in DDR4 boards

Manufacturer description

Kingston FURY Beast DDR5 memory provides superb speed, capacity, and reliability for next-gen gaming platforms. Level up your machine’s performance with enhanced features like on-die ECC for better stability and dual 32-bit subchannels to boost efficiency. Kingston FURY Beast DDR5 offers overclock specs for Intel XMP 3.0 and AMD EXPO with customizable profiles for speeds and timings to help you wring the most from your gaming experience, livestream at 4K+, or push animation and 3D rendering projects.

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Common buyer scenarios for memory (ram) of this kind: matching it to an existing build, replacing a failing part, or upgrading from a previous-generation equivalent. Check the spec table below against your current setup — particularly socket / form-factor / power-rating fields — and confirm compatibility on the retailer's listing before purchase. Prices and stock are set by the retailer and may have moved since this page was last updated.

Key Features

  • Improved stablility for overclocking
  • Increased efficiency
  • Low-profile heat spreader design
  • Intel XMP 3.0

Full Specifications

BrandKingston
Voltage1.25 volts
RAM Size16 GB
Model NameFURY Beast
Unit Count1 Count
Form FactorDIMM
Memory Speed5600 MHz
Model NumberKF556C40BB-16
Built-In MediaUser manual, cable or connector.
Item Type NameMemory Kingston Fury Beast Black DDR5 16GB 5600MHz CL40 KF556C40BB-16
Number of Pins288
Mfr Part NumberKF556C40BB-16
Memory GenerationDDR5
Compatible DevicesDesktop
Memory Form FactorDIMM
Additional FeaturesEcc
Computer Memory Size16 GB
Warranty DescriptionLifetime
RAM Memory TechnologyDDR5
Column Address Strobe Latency40 cycles

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