This Kingston HyperX Genesis Quad Channel kit has proven to be both stable and a great performer. The memory was completely stable and breezed right through every test we could throw at it. Couple this with the great aesthetics this kit provides; and you have a winning combination on your hands.

Many times when new platforms hit the market, such as the X79 series, we run in to compatibility issues when trying different memory kits from various manufacturers. This proved to NOT be the case with the Kingston KHX1866C9D3K4/16GX  kit. It easily ran at advertised speeds and showed excellent compatibility. To further test compatibility across a wider range of platforms, we plugged these modules into a P67 and X58 series motherboard just for a quick compatibility test. Both the P67 and X58 boards booted right up and had no issues at all with this kit. We can say with confidence that the Kingston HyperX Genesis DDR3 1866Mhz 4X4 kit will work on any of the most recent platforms and work well.

A quick online check shows this kit is selling for $129.99 USD, which puts it right in line with similar products from other manufacturers. At that price point for 16GB of quad channel memory, it’s hard to argue the value this kit provides. If you are in the market for a great looking and even better performing quad channel memory kit, this kit needs to be on your short list.

Pros

• Compatibility across many current platforms
• Great looks
• Excellent performance
• Three XMP profiles (1333Mhz, 1600Mhz, 1866Mhz)
• Factory sealed packaging

Cons

• 1.65v requirement for 1866Mhz operation

Overclockers Tech has awarded the Kingston HyperX Genesis 4X4Gb DDR3 1866Mhz (KHX1866C9D3K4/16GX ) kit a 9.5/10 and the accompanying gold award!

Dino DeCesari (Lvcoyote)