In fear of repeating the same things over again with yet another DDR5-7200 memory review, and more to come soon, it is once again time to put everything into prospective. As we near the end of the review, we will examine the potential benefits of using high speed memory and breakdown some of the different shortcomings as well. A repeat commentary and general information is inevitable here. With that said, let's wrap this up!

First let's talk about compatibility, or lack of it. Given there are just so many different system configurations possible, it is now time for a quick PSA. For starters, this memory is not compatible with the AM5 platform currently, due to operating at a frequency above what any Ryzen 7000 CPU can support. Without a crystal ball, it is impossible to tell if the current Ryzen 7000 series will ever be able to support such high memory frequencies for AMD's new platform that exclusively uses DDR5. As such, this Team Group T-Force Delta RGB DDR5-7200 is also binned beyond what most Intel Z690 motherboards are qualified for too. It comes with another added bonus of 7200 MT/s being the average limit of what any Intel 12th Generation (K) Processor can handle, even when using a newer Intel Z790 motherboard. This means for a majority of users that are all about this plug and play mentality, they will need a Intel 13th Generation (K) Processor (13600K, 13700K, 13900K), or a future unreleased Intel CPU for best results. This extends to using exclusively Intel Z790 motherboards, since most Intel Z690 motherboards are not able run memory at these higher speeds (6800 MT/s+). It is ideal to follow the guidelines set by the motherboard manufacturer QVL lists for the best chances of success.

Team Group has a number of different memory products with the T-Force Delta series marketed towards gamers. Historically Team Group XTREEM targets hardcore PC enthusiasts. There is some overlap here as we find that the T-Force Delta has binned memory up to 8000 MT/s currently, while the XTREEM has yet to make a debut appearance for DDR5. Even so, the T-Force Delta series still offers a wide range of memory kits from 5200 MT/s all the way up to the aforementioned blistering 8000 MT/s current top spot. The sample reviewed today is pushing into that more hardcore gamer and PC enthusiast realm, but isn't outside the reach of users who just want a plug and play type setup. Certain restrictions do apply with supported hardware to match, but it is still achievable.

When it comes to overclocking, the first thing that needs to be mention every time is that no amount of overclocking beyond the binned DRAM XMP profile is ever guaranteed by the memory manufacturer. Memory overclocking has become increasingly easy over the years with a vast amount of information on the internet. Motherboards have built-in OC and general boost profiles that give non-overclockers a way to increase performance, this tends to be a bad idea due to the complexity of memory and the hundreds of different possible configurations. Chances are those generic OC profiles are not going to give that boost you are hoping for, rather causing sporadic system crashes. Memory reviews can also be a great way to see what is possible, while giving an illusion its easy to do. Typing in values is not the hard part, when the system is unstable, that is when it becomes a tedious process of tracking down a solution. Though highly rewarding, In the end, overclocking is not guaranteed by the motherboard vendors, memory companies or even the CPU manufacturers. Every bit of it has a hidden "up to" asterisk(*). This bit of information is something that has been obfuscated due to the heavy marketing investments by these very same companies.

The next generation of DDR5 has entered the market that comes from SK Hynix new IC revision (A-Die) released at the end of 2022. At some point Micron and Samsung will develop and release a updated product. For now though, if you are buying 7200 MT/s memory, there is only one choice for these vendors to use. The actual memory overclocking community that will tweak sub-timings and go beyond the binned XMP/EXPO profile is quite small. It still needs to be said that this will void the warranty, especially when it comes to overvolting. This Team Group T-Force Delta RGB DDR5-7200 memory kit is using these new SK Hynix A-Die ICs. Currently, there is no other option realistically for memory companies to bin and sell anything else. Only a small portion of Hynix M-Die, which is the predecessor, can surpass 7000 MT/s without a seriously unhealthy amount of voltage applied. Those who feel adventurous will find a majority of these newer A-Die kits can reach 7200 MT/s or even upwards of 8600 MT/s while still under what would be considered safe voltages for daily use. Team Group is one of the few that put a thermal pad on the PMIC controller and surrounding components. This does not affect those extreme overclockers who are already planning on using custom heatspreaders or going all in with watercooling. It's the users who are not planning on removing the heatspreaders that should always be cautious of increasing the voltage beyond what is set in the XMP profile. However, Team Group adds some peace of mind and comfort from a component longevity standpoint with their inclusion of this thermal pad. This is only important when surpassing 1.5 V, meaning it has little to no bearing on those who do not plan on additional overclocking beyond the XMP profile.

Team Group T-Force Delta RGB DDR5-7200 is pushing into the higher end of the memory spectrum and as such is priced a bit higher versus the basic DDR5 memory on the market today. It is competitive to the direct rivals, but may still not be the right product for you. Similar to the recommendation given when DDR5-6400 was the newest thing on the consumer market, this memory kit is not for the casual user or gamer. It could be money wasted because the real-world benefits are quite small at this point in time. The overall average frame rate may not change using this memory kit and that is based on a number of different factors. Mainly, that the main limitation here today is the graphics card and being completely "GPU bound." This cycle of optimization has no end. Typically, a computer's ability to produce a smooth gaming experience is being constrained by the graphics card. A more powerful GPU will yield a overall higher frame rate. It is only when the system in question is already optimized within a defined budget, does system memory play a vital role in higher average frame rates and increasing those 1% frame-rate lows in games. Those who want a deeper explanation of this can look in the testing methodology section as well.

A year ago, 6400 MT/s was cutting edge, now its more of an "in the middle" recommendation for Intel users, this progress cycle will continue indefinitely. With that understood, this Team Group T-Force Delta RGB DDR5-7200 memory kit is primary targeting serious gamers with high refresh rate monitors, where the 1% lows are something to consider in a competitive setting. Team Group gives hardcore gamers and PC enthusiasts a great starting point for the best possible performance a Intel Raptor Lake system can offer. Using SK Hynix A-Die ICs, it also allows for some exciting overclocking adventures as well. Team Group offers a product to those that desire a top tier gaming experience. That is until Team Group XTREEM makes a return. Just make sure before buying anything to follow that simple rule of a balanced system, so not to favor one system component over another.