Overclocked memory speed records usually don't mean squat to me but this one does because of the sheer amount of RAM involved

A promotional image from G.Skill showing the RAM makers DDR5 RDIMMs filling all eight memory slots of a Threadripper motherboard.

Sometimes it's hard to get enthusiastic about a new performance record with PC hardware. That's because most GHz records involved absurd setups that are ultra-niche. But one top-notch overclocker has managed to get a genuine workstation-like PC rig to hit RAM speeds that it has absolutely no right to do so.

The overclocker in question goes by the handle of 'Phantom' and has all the credentials and experience needed for pushing RAM sticks to ludicrous speed levels. Working with G.Skill for his latest venture, he managed to get some DDR5 memory to reach an incredible 8,400 MT/s.