Kingston HyperX Predator 16GB DDR4-3333 Memory Kit Review

by Bartosz Waluk18 October 201626 October 20172 1641

Specifications

Capacities: 4GB–16GB modules in kits of 8GB–64GB
Frequency Speed: 3000 MHz, 3200 MHz, 3333 MHz
CAS Latency: CL15–CL16
Voltage: 1.35 V
Operating Temperature: 0 °C to 85 °C
Storage Temperature: -55 °C to 100 °C
Dimensions: 133.35 mm x 42.2 mm
Compatibility: Intel 100 Series Chipset & X99 motherboards

Main Features

Aluminium heat spreader in a fierce new look

The new dense heat spreader in black aluminium provides greater heat dissipation to optimise reliability. The heat spreader and PCB complement the look and design of the latest PC hardware, so you can dominate in HyperX style.

Extreme DDR4 performance

HyperX Predator DDR4 complements Intel’s 6 and 8 core processors for faster video editing, 3D rendering, AI processing and, of course, gaming. It’s available in speeds of up to 3333MHz and 4GB–16GB modules and in certified kits of 8GB–64GB rigorously tested for compatibility and performance.

Optimised for Intel 100 Series chipset and X99 motherboards

HyperX Predator DDR4 is designed for compatibility and the highest performance for Intel Core i7 HEDT processors along with the 100 Series Chipset and X99 motherboards. Hand-tuned profiles let users easily overclock and attain higher performing frequencies and lower timings.

Lower power consumption than DDR3

At 1.35V for all parts, HyperX Predator DDR4 takes full advantage of the power efficiency brought by DDR4 for lower power consumption over DDR3. Less power draw results in less heat and higher reliability.

Stability at Rated Speed

As you can see above, our review memory kit is perfectly stable at rated DDR4-3333. However we had some issues on older BIOS/UEFI releases so be sure that your motherboard has the latest BIOS/UEFI to avoid any compatibility issues.

HyperX Predator is based on new Hynix memory IC which can have slightly different SPD/XMP profiles and timing tables so motherboard manufacturers have to update firmware for full compatibility.

Package and Closer Look

Refreshed HyperX Predator memory has also new package. It’s a nice looking box. Design is generally fresh and unique. There is no other brand on the market which has similar memory kits.

On the box there are several descriptions, product numbers and additional logos. The most important for us is what we can find in the package and that manufacturer is offering lifetime warranty on this product. Actually all Kingston memory kits are covered by lifetime warranty ( in some countries it can be between 5 and 10 years depends from local law ).

Above photos are showing package and its contents. Inside the box you can find ( as expected ) two memory sticks, 8GB each, warranty card with short manual and black sticker with HyperX logo.

Now maybe couple of photos of memory itself.

Memory kit looks great. Mix of dark grey and black gives really unique effect. Enjoy!

On the next page we will check how HyperX Predator DDR4-3333 memory kit is performing.

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Bartosz Waluk

Bartosz Waluk aka Woomack is from Poland. He's been interested in computer hardware and extreme overclocking for over 20 years. Bart also has over 17 years of experience in IT, which includes sales, technical support, and computer building ... but not only. He joined the Funky Kit team in January 2013.

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Calvin Summerlin 19 October 2016 at 13:59

This is making me want to take out my EVGA memory based on the same 8Gbit Hynix ICs and do some testing, as they are quite neglected.

Bartosz Waluk 20 October 2016 at 07:41

I don’t know what about your kit but my EVGA kit which was based on older Hynix batch couldn’t pass ~DDR4-3200 stable. Actually this HyperX Predator DDR4-3333 is the only Hynix kit which I was testing that could reach DDR4-3600 without issues. Most others couldn’t run at more than 3200/3333.