Kingston FURY Beast 64GB (2x32GB) DDR5 6000MT/s RGB RAM – CL36, XMP & EXPO

Kingston FURY Beast RGB 64GB DDR5-6000 CL36 – 2 x 32GB Desktop Memory Kit

The Kingston FURY Beast RGB 64GB DDR5-6000 memory kit combines high-capacity desktop memory, low-latency DDR5 performance and customisable RGB lighting for gaming PCs, enthusiast builds, content-creation systems and other high-performance DDR5 desktops.

The exact KF560C36BBEAK2-64 kit contains two matched 32GB modules for a total capacity of 64GB. Kingston tests this specific kit for DDR5-6000 at CL36-38-38 and 1.35V, with support for both Intel XMP 3.0 and AMD EXPO v1.0 performance profiles.

Each 32GB module uses a 288-pin desktop UDIMM design with 2Rx8 dual-rank organisation, 16Gbit DRAM components and a black aluminium heat spreader topped by an addressable RGB light bar.

Kingston's FURY Infrared Sync Technology helps keep lighting effects synchronised between compatible Kingston FURY RGB modules, while Kingston FURY CTRL software allows users to customise colours, patterns and lighting speeds.

MPN: KF560C36BBEAK2-64   |   Capacity: 64GB (2 x 32GB)   |   Speed: DDR5-6000   |   Timings: CL36-38-38   |   Voltage: 1.35V

Key Features of the Kingston FURY Beast RGB 64GB Kit

• 64GB total capacity
• 2 x 32GB matched DDR5 modules
• DDR5-6000 / 6000MT/s rated speed
• PC5-48000 performance class
• CL36-38-38 primary timings
• 1.35V primary performance profile
• Intel XMP 3.0 support
• AMD EXPO v1.0 support
• Secondary DDR5-5600 performance profile
• JEDEC DDR5-4800 fallback profile
• 2Rx8 dual-rank organisation per 32GB module
• 16Gbit DRAM components
• 288-pin desktop UDIMM format
• Non-ECC system memory
• DDR5 on-die ECC
• Customisable RGB lighting
• Kingston FURY Infrared Sync Technology
• Compatible with Kingston FURY CTRL software
• Black heat spreader
• 42.23mm module height
• Gold contact fingers
• 100% speed tested by Kingston
• Limited lifetime Kingston warranty

64GB Capacity for Gaming, Creation and Heavy Multitasking

The kit provides 64GB of DDR5 memory using two 32GB modules.

64GB is considerably more memory than many everyday PCs require, but it can be useful in systems running demanding workloads such as:

• High-end gaming alongside background applications
• Video editing
• Photo editing with large projects
• 3D rendering
• CAD workloads
• Software development
• Virtual machines
• Large creative projects
• High-resolution content creation
• Heavy browser and productivity multitasking

Is 64GB RAM Good for Gaming?

Yes, but many games do not require 64GB by themselves.

The main advantage of 64GB is additional headroom for systems running games alongside streaming software, web browsers, Discord, capture tools, creative applications, virtual machines or other memory-intensive processes.

For users who only play games and perform light everyday tasks, a smaller capacity may be sufficient. For a high-end system intended to remain capable under heavier workloads, 64GB offers significantly more memory headroom.

Is 64GB Useful for Video Editing and Content Creation?

Yes. Video-editing, compositing, 3D and large image-processing workloads can consume substantially more RAM than ordinary desktop applications.

Actual requirements vary by software, resolution, codec, project size and workflow, but a 64GB configuration can reduce the likelihood of running short of physical memory during more demanding projects.

DDR5-6000 Performance

Kingston rates the exact KF560C36BBEAK2-64 kit for 6000MT/s, commonly marketed as DDR5-6000.

This corresponds to the PC5-48000 memory performance class.

Is DDR5-6000 the Same as 6000MHz?

The most technically accurate description is 6000MT/s.

DDR transfers data twice per clock cycle, so DDR5-6000 operates with an underlying memory clock of approximately 3000MHz while achieving an effective transfer rate of 6000 mega-transfers per second.

This is why manufacturers increasingly use MT/s rather than MHz when describing modern DDR memory speed.

CL36-38-38 Timings at 1.35V

The exact KF560C36BBEAK2-64 kit is tested by Kingston at:

• DDR5-6000
• CL36-38-38
• 1.35V

These figures apply specifically to this MPN and should not be replaced with timings taken from a different FURY Beast DDR5-6000 kit.

What Does CL36 Mean?

CL36 refers to the memory's CAS latency at the specified performance profile.

CAS latency represents the number of clock cycles between a memory read command and the start of data availability.

Memory performance is influenced by both frequency and latency, so CL figures should be considered together with the memory's data rate rather than in isolation.

Intel XMP 3.0 Support

The Kingston FURY Beast RGB kit supports Intel XMP 3.0.

XMP provides pre-programmed memory settings for supported motherboards, allowing compatible systems to apply Kingston-tested speed, timing and voltage parameters through the BIOS or UEFI.

The main XMP profile for this kit is:

DDR5-6000 CL36-38-38 at 1.35V

Does the RAM Automatically Run at 6000MT/s?

Not necessarily.

On first installation the modules may operate using their standard JEDEC profile rather than the advertised 6000MT/s performance profile.

On a compatible motherboard, the user normally needs to enable the appropriate XMP or EXPO profile in BIOS / UEFI to apply the DDR5-6000 setting.

AMD EXPO Support

The exact KF560C36BBEAK2-64 also supports AMD EXPO v1.0.

AMD EXPO provides pre-programmed DDR5 performance profiles intended to simplify memory configuration on compatible AMD platforms.

The primary EXPO profile is:

DDR5-6000 CL36-38-38 at 1.35V

Can the Same Kit Be Used on Intel and AMD Systems?

Yes, where the motherboard and CPU support this DDR5 memory configuration.

This exact kit includes both Intel XMP 3.0 and AMD EXPO profiles, making it suitable for compatible platforms from either ecosystem.

Maximum achievable memory speed still depends on the processor's memory controller, motherboard BIOS, DIMM population and system configuration.

Secondary DDR5-5600 Profile

In addition to its main 6000MT/s profile, Kingston programs a secondary performance profile:

DDR5-5600 CL36-38-38 at 1.25V

This secondary profile can provide another manufacturer-defined configuration where the full 6000MT/s setting is not appropriate for the system.

Default JEDEC DDR5-4800 Profile

The modules also contain a standard JEDEC fallback profile of:

DDR5-4800 CL40-39-39 at 1.1V

This is the profile the system may initially use before XMP or EXPO is enabled.

Why Is My 6000MT/s RAM Running at 4800MT/s?

This is often normal after installation.

The memory is rated for 6000MT/s through its performance profiles, while the programmed JEDEC default is DDR5-4800 at 1.1V.

Check the motherboard BIOS and enable XMP or EXPO where supported if you want to use the rated Kingston performance profile.

2Rx8 Dual-Rank 32GB Modules

Each 32GB module in the KF560C36BBEAK2-64 kit uses a 2Rx8 organisation.

Kingston's exact datasheet specifies sixteen 2G x 8-bit FBGA components per module, giving each DIMM a dual-rank x8 configuration.

What Does 2Rx8 Mean?

2R means the memory module has two ranks, while x8 describes the data organisation of the individual DRAM devices.

This is a technical module-organisation specification and should not be confused with the number of memory channels supported by the processor.

Two-Module Matched Kit

The product is supplied as a matched 2 x 32GB Kingston kit.

Using the two modules together allows compatible mainstream desktop platforms to populate their recommended paired memory slots.

Which Motherboard Slots Should I Use?

Always follow the motherboard manual.

On many four-slot motherboards, a two-DIMM kit is installed in A2 and B2, but the correct positions can vary by motherboard design.

Using the manufacturer's recommended slots can improve memory detection, training and stability.

2 x 32GB vs 4 x 16GB DDR5

A 2 x 32GB configuration provides 64GB capacity while occupying only two motherboard DIMM slots.

This can leave two slots available on a four-slot motherboard and may place less electrical load on the processor's memory controller than filling all four slots.

However, future upgrades should still be checked carefully because combining separate memory kits is not guaranteed to operate at the same overclocked speed or timings.

Can I Buy Two Kits and Run 128GB at 6000MT/s?

It should not be assumed.

Running four high-capacity DDR5 modules places more demand on the processor memory controller, and maximum stable speed can be lower with four DIMMs than with two.

Kingston also treats each kit as a matched set. For a 128GB configuration, a kit specifically sold and validated for that capacity is preferable where available.

Customisable RGB Lighting

The FURY Beast RGB heat spreader includes a full-length RGB light bar designed to add custom lighting to compatible desktop systems.

Kingston allows lighting to be customised using Kingston FURY CTRL software.

Users can select from preset effects and customise properties such as:

• Colours
• Lighting patterns
• Effect speed
• Brightness and appearance where supported by the selected effect

Can I Control the RGB Lighting?

Yes. Kingston FURY CTRL is specifically designed to customise Kingston FURY RGB products.

Kingston also states that compatible motherboard-manufacturer RGB software can be used with supported configurations.

Kingston FURY Infrared Sync Technology

Kingston's patented FURY Infrared Sync Technology helps synchronise lighting effects across compatible Kingston FURY RGB modules.

This helps both DIMMs display coordinated lighting effects rather than appearing visually out of sequence.

Does Infrared Sync Affect Memory Performance?

No. Infrared Sync is a lighting-synchronisation feature.

Memory frequency, latency and voltage are controlled separately through the motherboard and memory profiles.

Black Heat Spreader

The modules use Kingston's black FURY Beast heat spreader design, combining passive heat spreading with the integrated RGB light bar.

The black finish is designed to complement a wide range of gaming, workstation and enthusiast PC builds.

42.23mm Module Height

Each RGB module measures approximately:

• Length: 133.35mm
• Height: 42.23mm
• Thickness: approximately 7.11mm

Will the RAM Fit Under My CPU Cooler?

Compatibility depends on the CPU cooler and motherboard layout.

The module is approximately 42.23mm tall, so systems using large air coolers that extend over the DIMM slots should have their RAM-clearance specification checked before purchase.

Most AIO liquid coolers do not create the same DIMM-height restriction, although radiator and tubing placement still depends on the case.

DDR5 On-Die ECC

DDR5 includes on-die ECC within the DRAM chips to help maintain internal data integrity during normal memory operation.

Is This ECC Server Memory?

No.

This Kingston FURY Beast kit is non-ECC unbuffered desktop memory.

DDR5 on-die ECC is an internal DRAM technology and is not equivalent to traditional system-level ECC memory used in compatible servers and workstations.

Do not buy this kit where a system specifically requires ECC UDIMM, Registered DIMM or other server-memory technology.

288-Pin Desktop UDIMM

The KF560C36BBEAK2-64 uses the standard 288-pin DDR5 UDIMM desktop memory format.

Can This RAM Be Used in a Laptop?

No. Most DDR5 laptops use much smaller SO-DIMM modules or soldered memory.

This product is a full-size desktop UDIMM kit and requires a compatible desktop motherboard.

Will It Fit a DDR4 Motherboard?

No.

DDR4 and DDR5 use different electrical specifications and physical keying. A DDR5 module cannot be installed in a DDR4-only DIMM slot.

Gold Contact Fingers

Kingston specifies gold contact fingers on each 288-pin DIMM.

These form the electrical interface between the memory module and the motherboard DIMM socket.

Programmable DDR5 Power Management

DDR5 moves more power-management functionality onto the memory module through its PMIC architecture.

Kingston uses this platform together with XMP 3.0 support to provide pre-optimised speed, timing and voltage profiles for compatible systems.

Motherboard and CPU Compatibility

Compatibility depends on more than simply having a DDR5 slot.

Before purchasing, confirm that the motherboard and processor support:

• DDR5 desktop UDIMMs
• 32GB modules
• 64GB using two modules
• The desired 6000MT/s memory profile
• Intel XMP 3.0 or AMD EXPO where required

Checking the motherboard memory-support list or Kingston's compatibility tools can provide additional confidence.

Is DDR5-6000 Guaranteed on Every DDR5 Motherboard?

No.

Kingston tests this kit for DDR5-6000 CL36-38-38, but the memory controller is located within the processor and overall memory capability depends on the CPU, motherboard, BIOS, number of installed modules and other system factors.

Kingston itself notes that some motherboards or system configurations may not operate at the published FURY memory speed and timings.

Why BIOS Updates Can Matter for DDR5

DDR5 compatibility and memory training can improve through motherboard BIOS updates.

If a new system has difficulty running a high-performance XMP or EXPO profile, checking for a stable motherboard BIOS update is a sensible troubleshooting step before assuming that the memory itself is faulty.

Memory Training After Installation

Some modern DDR5 systems perform memory training after new modules are installed or memory settings are changed.

This can cause the first boot to take noticeably longer than normal or cause the system to restart during the initial configuration process.

Allow the motherboard time to complete its training process before interrupting power.

Operating Temperature

Kingston specifies an operating-temperature range of:

0°C to +85°C

The specified storage-temperature range is:

-55°C to +100°C

UL 94 V-0 Material Rating

Kingston's module specification lists a UL 94 V-0 material flammability rating.

This is a controlled plastics-material classification and should not be interpreted as meaning that the memory module is fireproof.

Limited Lifetime Kingston Warranty

Kingston FURY Beast DDR5 RGB memory is backed by a limited lifetime manufacturer warranty, subject to Kingston's warranty conditions and applicable regional terms.

Should the Two DIMMs Be Kept Together?

Yes.

Kingston states that memory sold as a kit should remain together. Kingston's compatibility information warns that warranty coverage can be affected if kit modules are sold or used separately.

Keep both 32GB modules together as the original matched 64GB kit.

Important Exact Model Revision Note

This Memox product is the exact KF560C36BBEAK2-64 model.

It should not be confused with the newer-looking KF560C36BBE2AK2-64.

For this exact product:

• KF560C36BBEAK2-64: 2Rx8, 16Gbit DRAM, DDR5-6000 CL36-38-38 at 1.35V

The BBE2A revision uses a different DRAM organisation and different secondary timing specification. Specifications from one model should therefore not be copied onto the other.

Important Things to Know Before Buying

• The exact model is KF560C36BBEAK2-64.
• Total capacity is 64GB.
• The kit contains 2 x 32GB modules.
• Rated data rate is DDR5-6000 / 6000MT/s.
• The correct primary timings are 36-38-38.
• The DDR5-6000 profile uses 1.35V.
• Intel XMP 3.0 is supported.
• AMD EXPO v1.0 is supported.
• The secondary profile is DDR5-5600 CL36-38-38 at 1.25V.
• The default JEDEC profile is DDR5-4800 CL40-39-39 at 1.1V.
• 6000MT/s may require XMP or EXPO to be enabled in BIOS.
• Actual achievable speed depends on CPU and motherboard compatibility.
• Each module is 2Rx8 dual rank.
• This exact version uses 16Gbit DRAM components.
• The memory is non-ECC system RAM but includes DDR5 on-die ECC.
• It is a 288-pin desktop UDIMM and will not fit DDR5 SO-DIMM laptop slots.
• It cannot be installed in DDR4 motherboards.
• Module height is approximately 42.23mm.
• Check large CPU-air-cooler RAM clearance before purchase.
• The RGB lighting can be customised using Kingston FURY CTRL.
• The kit is covered by Kingston's limited lifetime warranty.

Kingston FURY Beast RGB 64GB Technical Highlights

• Brand: Kingston
• Series: Kingston FURY Beast RGB
• Manufacturer Part Number: KF560C36BBEAK2-64
• UPC: 740617331882
• EAN / GTIN: 0740617331882
• Total Capacity: 64GB
• Configuration: 2 x 32GB
• Memory Type: DDR5 SDRAM
• Form Factor: 288-pin UDIMM
• Rated Speed: DDR5-6000 / 6000MT/s
• Performance Class: PC5-48000
• Approximate Memory Clock: 3000MHz
• CAS Latency: CL36
• Primary Timings: 36-38-38
• Primary Profile Voltage: 1.35V
• Secondary Profile: DDR5-5600 CL36-38-38 @ 1.25V
• JEDEC Default: DDR5-4800 CL40-39-39 @ 1.1V
• Intel Profile: XMP 3.0
• AMD Profile: EXPO v1.0
• Rank: 2Rx8 per module
• DRAM Density: 16Gbit
• DRAM Components: 16 x 2G x 8-bit FBGA per module
• Error Correction: Non-ECC system memory with DDR5 on-die ECC
• Buffered / Registered: Unbuffered
• RGB Lighting: Yes
• RGB Software: Kingston FURY CTRL
• Lighting Synchronisation: Kingston FURY Infrared Sync Technology
• Heat Spreader: Black Kingston FURY Beast RGB heat spreader
• Dimensions per Module: 133.35 x 42.23 x 7.11mm
• Operating Temperature: 0°C to +85°C
• Storage Temperature: -55°C to +100°C
• UL Rating: UL 94 V-0
• Contact Fingers: Gold
• Manufacturer Warranty: Limited lifetime

What's Included?

• 2 x Kingston FURY Beast RGB 32GB DDR5-6000 modules
• Total matched kit capacity: 64GB

Why Choose the Kingston FURY Beast RGB 64GB DDR5-6000 Kit?

The Kingston FURY Beast RGB KF560C36BBEAK2-64 combines a large 64GB capacity with an aggressive DDR5-6000 performance profile and full RGB customisation.

Its two 32GB modules provide substantial memory headroom for demanding gaming systems, content-creation PCs, multitasking and professional workloads while occupying only two DIMM slots.

The exact Kingston-tested DDR5-6000 CL36-38-38 at 1.35V profile offers a strong balance of frequency and latency, with both Intel XMP 3.0 and AMD EXPO profiles available for compatible platforms.

The RGB light bar adds customisable illumination without relying solely on motherboard lighting software, while Kingston FURY Infrared Sync helps keep effects visually coordinated between the two modules.

For builders wanting a 64GB DDR5-6000 CL36 RGB kit with 2 x 32GB modules, Intel XMP 3.0, AMD EXPO and Kingston's limited lifetime warranty, the FURY Beast RGB provides a high-capacity performance upgrade for compatible modern desktop platforms.