Best AMD Ryzen 5 2600 Compatible RAM in 2022

When looking at RAM for the AMD Ryzen 5 2600 CPU, you'll want to pay attention to the speeds of each module and the capacity. The sweet spot right now for the processor is at least a kit of 16GB RAM clocked at 3000MHz. I've rounded up a few examples of the best DDR4 RAM to get you started.

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There's plenty of RAM out there, but not all of it plays well with Ryzen processors. We've made sure our suggestions do work out-the-box, and only the best value options are included. We've used Corsair's Vengeance LPX 16GB Kit in several Ryzen builds without issue and wholeheartedly recommend the modules.

If you have the money to splash out, G.SKILL TridentZ kits are becoming more popular thanks to a sleek module and heat spreader design matched with reliable performance. Treating your Ryzen CPU to the best RAM on the market can have a notable effect on performance.

Rich Edmonds
Senior Editor, PC Build

Rich Edmonds was formerly a Senior Editor of PC hardware at Windows Central, covering everything related to PC components and NAS. He's been involved in technology for more than a decade and knows a thing or two about the magic inside a PC chassis. You can follow him on Twitter at @RichEdmonds.