ADATA XPG Lancer Blade 16GB (DDR5-6000, CL48) Desktop RAM

Description

Low-Profile Design: DDR5-6000 Where Others Won’t Fit

The defining characteristic of the Lancer Blade is its physical profile. The Lancer Blade boasts a low-profile heatsink that fits perfectly in smaller PC cases and avoids interference with tower CPU coolers. Its sleek geometric lines add versatility and visual appeal to any case design. This is the DDR5-6000 answer for builders who want high-frequency DDR5 performance but are constrained by large air coolers, mATX or ITX cases, or tight motherboard layouts where standard-height modules create clearance issues. No RGB lighting is present — the low-profile design keeps height minimal, and the clean geometric aesthetic suits professional and gaming systems alike.

Performance & Dual-Platform Overclocking

The AX5U6000C4816G runs at DDR5-6000 (PC5-48000) at CL48 via Intel XMP 3.0 or AMD EXPO — both profiles are supported, making this one of the more platform-agnostic DDR5-6000 single-stick options in this range. With support for Intel XMP 3.0, get overclocking easily without the need to hassle with BIOS settings — no need to repeatedly adjust and fine-tune overclocking parameters. AMD EXPO support provides compatibility with the latest AMD platforms for reliability and stability. Without XMP 3.0 or EXPO enabled, the module defaults to JEDEC DDR5-4800 at CL40 at 1.1V.

CL48 at DDR5-6000 is a looser primary timing profile than the CL30 or CL36 variants available in this range — the bandwidth advantage from the 6000MT/s clock rate is the primary performance benefit. For workloads prioritising raw memory throughput, DDR5-6000 CL48 compares favourably to DDR5-4800 CL40; for latency-critical workloads, the tighter-timed CL30 modules deliver lower absolute access latency.

💡 XMP 3.0 or AMD EXPO must be enabled for rated speed: Without activating XMP 3.0 (Intel) or EXPO (AMD) in BIOS, this module defaults to JEDEC DDR5-4800 at CL40. Enable the appropriate profile to unlock DDR5-6000 at CL48. Updating your BIOS before installation is strongly recommended.

⚠️ 1.4V is normal at DDR5-6000 under XMP/EXPO: Elevated operating voltage is expected and within safe DDR5 parameters for this speed grade.

Quality, Stability & DDR5 Features

High-quality ICs and PCBs ensure uncompromised performance and reliable overclocking, ideal for discerning gamers and overclockers. The XPG Lancer Blade DDR5 features a built-in PMIC that enhances power supply stability, with lower operating voltage also making it more power-efficient than DDR4. With on-die ECC, this DDR5 memory module can correct errors in real-time to provide increased stability and reliability.

Lancer Blade vs Lancer Blade RGB

The AX5U6000C4816G is the non-RGB Lancer Blade — no lighting, maximum low-profile advantage. The RGB variants (AX5U6000C4816G-SLABRBK etc.) add a subtle RGB diffuser with four lighting modes but carry a slightly larger footprint. For builds where cooler clearance is the primary concern, the non-RGB Lancer Blade is the appropriate choice.

DDR5 Platform Requirements

DDR5 is not compatible with DDR4 motherboards or slots. A DDR5-capable motherboard and CPU is required — Intel 12th generation or later on a DDR5-compatible board, or AMD Ryzen 7000 series (AM5) or later.

⚠️ DDR5 is not compatible with DDR4 slots: Verify that both your motherboard and CPU support DDR5 before purchasing.

⚠️ Single stick = single channel: For dual-channel bandwidth, install a second AX5U6000C4816G in your motherboard’s recommended paired DIMM slots. Refer to your board’s manual for the correct slot configuration.

Key Highlights

• Capacity: 16GB (1×16GB)
• Type: DDR5 | 288-pin U-DIMM (Desktop)
• Speed: 6000MT/s (PC5-48000) via XMP 3.0 / AMD EXPO
• Timings: CL48 (XMP/EXPO); JEDEC default at DDR5-4800 CL40
• Voltage: 1.4V (XMP/EXPO) / 1.1V (JEDEC)
• Overclocking: Intel XMP 3.0 & AMD EXPO supported
• On-Die ECC: Yes
• PMIC: Yes — built-in power management IC
• Dual Subchannel: Yes
• RGB: None
• Heatsink: Low-profile aluminium, geometric design, black
• Colour: Black
• Platform: Intel 12th gen+ (DDR5 boards) & AMD Ryzen 7000 (AM5)+
• Warranty: Limited Lifetime

 

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