G.Skill RAM Class Action Settlement: $2.4 Million for Desktop Memory Buyers
By Steve Levine
Published: February 10, 2026
Settlement Amount: $2,400,000
Claim Deadline: April 7, 2026
Award Amount: Pro Rata Share Per Product (Up to 5 Products)
Proof Required: No (for up to 5 products)
If you bought certain G.Skill DDR-4 or DDR-5 desktop RAM in the United States, you could be owed money from a $2.4 million class action settlement. The lawsuit claims G.Skill falsely advertised the speed of its memory products, making buyers think the listed speeds worked right out of the box — when they actually required overclocking and BIOS adjustments to reach those speeds.
The best part? You don't need a receipt. You can claim up to 5 products without any proof of purchase. Just file your claim before the deadline.
G.Skill denies all claims of wrongdoing and denies it violated any law. The settlement is not an admission of liability.
What is the G.Skill RAM Settlement About?
The lawsuit — Hurd et al. v. G.Skill International, Case No. 2:22-cv-00685 — alleges that G.Skill deceptively advertised and labeled the speed of its DDR-4 and DDR-5 desktop memory (DRAM) products. Specifically, the plaintiffs claim that G.Skill marketed speeds like 3200 MHz, 3600 MHz, or 6000 MHz as if those were the default speeds you'd get when you plugged the RAM into your computer.In reality, the lawsuit says, those speeds required users to enable XMP (Extreme Memory Profile) or EXPO overclocking profiles in their computer's BIOS — something most average consumers wouldn't know how to do or even realize was necessary. Without enabling those profiles, the RAM would run at the standard baseline speeds of 2133 MHz (DDR-4) or 4800 MHz (DDR-5).
In plain English: you paid for fast RAM, but unless you went into your computer's settings and manually turned on overclocking, you were running at slower default speeds.
G.Skill maintains its products were appropriately labeled and advertised at all times and performed as represented.
What is the Total Settlement Amount?
G.Skill has agreed to create a $2,400,000 Settlement Fund. This fund will cover all class member payments, settlement administration costs, notice costs, court-approved attorneys' fees, and service awards for the class representatives.As part of the settlement, G.Skill has also agreed to update its packaging, website, and reseller specifications going forward. Advertised speeds will now be listed as "up to" speeds with a disclaimer: "Requires overclocking/BIOS adjustments. Maximum speed and performance depend on system components, including motherboard and CPU."
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How Do I Qualify For a Payout?
You are part of the settlement class if all three of the following are true:• You purchased a G.Skill DDR-4 desktop memory product with a rated speed over 2133 MHz or a G.Skill DDR-5 desktop memory product with a rated speed over 4800 MHz
• You were living in the United States when you made the purchase
• Your purchase was made between January 31, 2018 and January 7, 2026
Important Note: Laptop memory (SODIMM) is NOT included. This settlement only covers desktop RAM.
Not sure if your G.Skill RAM qualifies? Check the rated speed on the product label or your order confirmation. If it says anything over 2133 MHz for DDR-4 (like 2400 MHz, 2666 MHz, 3000 MHz, 3200 MHz, 3600 MHz, 4000 MHz, etc.) or over 4800 MHz for DDR-5 (like 5200 MHz, 5600 MHz, 6000 MHz, 6400 MHz, 7200 MHz, etc.), you likely qualify.
Which G.Skill Products Are Covered?
The settlement covers a wide range of popular G.Skill desktop RAM product lines, including but not limited to:• Trident Z series (Trident Z Royal, Trident Z Neo, Trident Z5, Trident Z5 RGB)
• Ripjaws V series
• Flare X series (Flare X5)
• Aegis series
• Sniper X series
• Any other G.Skill DDR-4 or DDR-5 desktop (non-SODIMM) memory with rated speeds above the baseline thresholds
The key factor is the speed rating — not the specific product line. If it's desktop DDR-4 over 2133 MHz or desktop DDR-5 over 4800 MHz, it counts.
How Much Will I Get Paid?
Each class member who files a valid claim will receive a pro rata share of the settlement fund based on the number of products purchased and the total number of valid claims filed. That means the fewer people who file, the more each person gets.Payments are calculated per product. You can claim up to 5 products per household without needing proof of purchase. If you bought more than 5 G.Skill memory products, you may need to provide receipts upon request.
The exact payout per product won't be known until all claims are processed, but with a $2.4 million fund, your share depends on how many people file.
Is Proof of Purchase Required?
No — not for up to 5 products. You can file a claim for up to 5 G.Skill DDR-4 or DDR-5 desktop memory products without providing any proof of purchase, receipt, or order confirmation.If you purchased more than 5 qualifying products, you may be required to provide proof of purchase for any claims beyond the first 5.
How Do I File a Claim?
The easiest way to file is online at the official settlement website.You can also request a paper claim form by:
• Calling (877) 755-4222 (toll-free)
• Emailing info@GSkillDRAMSettlement.com
• Visiting the settlement website
Paper claims can be mailed to:
G Skill Settlement Administrator
P.O. Box 58220
Philadelphia, PA 19102
What is the Claim Deadline?
The deadline to submit a claim is April 7, 2026 — whether online or postmarked by mail.What Are the Important Dates?
• Claim Deadline: April 7, 2026
• Exclusion (Opt Out) Deadline: April 7, 2026
• Objection Deadline: April 7, 2026
• Class Counsel Fee Petition Filed: April 28, 2026
• Final Approval Hearing: June 5, 2026 at 2:00 PM PT (Riverside, CA)
• Estimated Payment Date: Approximately 45 days after final approval
When Will I Get Paid?
According to the settlement notice, payments will be issued approximately 45 days after the settlement receives final court approval and any appeals are resolved. The final approval hearing is scheduled for June 5, 2026, so if approved and no appeals are filed, you could receive payment as early as late July or August 2026.Payments will be made by check or electronic payment. All checks expire 180 days after they are issued, so make sure to cash yours promptly.
What Changes Will G.Skill Make to Its Products?
Beyond the cash fund, the settlement requires G.Skill to take commercially reasonable efforts to update how it advertises memory speeds going forward. Specifically:• RAM speeds will now be listed as "up to" speeds on packaging, website product pages, and reseller specifications
• Products will include the following disclaimer: "Requires overclocking/BIOS adjustments. Maximum speed and performance depend on system components, including motherboard and CPU."
This is a significant change for the PC hardware industry and could set a precedent for how other memory manufacturers advertise their products.
How Do I Find Class Action Settlements?
Find all the latest class actions you can qualify for by getting notified of new lawsuits as soon as they are open to claims:What Are My Options?
• Submit a Claim: The only way to receive a cash payment. Deadline: April 7, 2026.
• Exclude Yourself: Opt out to keep your right to sue G.Skill on your own. You won't receive any settlement benefits. Deadline: April 7, 2026.
• Object: Tell the Court why you disagree with the settlement. Deadline: April 7, 2026.
• Attend the Hearing: The final approval hearing is June 5, 2026 at 2:00 PM PT in Riverside, CA.
• Do Nothing: You won't receive any payment and you'll give up your right to sue G.Skill over these claims.
How to Exclude Yourself
To opt out, you must mail a letter stating you want to be excluded from the settlement. Your letter must include your name, address, email, phone number, the name and model of the G.Skill RAM you purchased, a statement that you lived in the U.S. at the time of purchase, and your signature. It must be postmarked no later than April 7, 2026.Mail to:
G Skill Settlement Administrator
P.O. Box 58220
Philadelphia, PA 19102
How to Object
If you want to stay in the class but tell the Court you disagree with the settlement, you can file a written objection. Your objection must include the case name and number, your name and address, proof that you're a class member, specific grounds for your objection, and whether you intend to appear at the hearing. Objections must be filed with the Court or postmarked by April 7, 2026.Submit a Claim: Here
The case is Hurd et al. v. G.Skill International et al., Case No. 2:22-cv-00685-SSS-MAR, in the U.S. District Court for the Central District of California.
Official Settlement Notice
Sources
• Official Settlement Website: Website Here• Hurd et al. v. G.Skill International et al., Case No. 2:22-cv-00685-SSS-MAR (C.D. Cal.)
Filing Class Action Settlement Claims
Please submit only truthful and accurate claims. Submitting false information can result in denial of benefits and potential penalties. If you are unsure whether you qualify, review the official notice or contact the Settlement Administrator. OpenClassActions.com is a consumer news site and is not the settlement administrator or a law firm.
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Submit Claim| Class Action Summary | |
| Status | Proposed Settlement — Pending Final Approval |
|---|---|
| Claim Form Deadline | April 7, 2026 |
| Settlement Amount | $2,400,000 |
| Lawsuit & Settlement Category | False Advertising / Consumer Protection |
| Award Amount | Pro rata share |
| Proof Required | No (for up to 5 products) |
| Eligible Products | G.Skill DDR-4 desktop RAM (over 2133 MHz) and DDR-5 desktop RAM (over 4800 MHz); laptop/SODIMM not included |
| Eligible Purchase Period | January 31, 2018 – January 7, 2026 |
| Case Number | 2:22-cv-00685-SSS-MAR |
| Case Title | Hurd et al. v. G.Skill International et al. |
| Court | U.S. District Court, Central District of California (Riverside) |
| Final Approval Hearing | June 5, 2026 at 2:00 PM PT |
| Exclusion Deadline | April 7, 2026 |
| Objection Deadline | April 7, 2026 |
| Estimated Payment | ~45 days after final approval (checks expire 180 days after issued) |
| Claim Website | GSkill RAM Settlement Site |