Did you buy Corsair DDR4 or DDR5 desktop memory in the past few years? You may be owed money from a $5.5 million class action settlement. Here’s the quick breakdown so you can see if you qualify and submit your claim before the deadline.
Why is there a lawsuit?
Shoppers said Corsair advertised its memory sticks as if they ran at full speed “out of the box.” In reality, most users had to adjust BIOS settings or overclock their PCs to get there. Plaintiffs argued this was misleading. Corsair denies any wrongdoing but agreed to settle to avoid a lengthy court battle.
Who qualifies?
You’re included if you:
Lived in the U.S. at the time of purchase
Bought a Corsair desktop DDR4 memory product rated over 2133 MHz OR a DDR5 desktop memory product rated over 4800 MHz (non-laptop/SODIMM)
Purchased it between Jan. 14, 2018 and July 2, 2025
How much can people get?
Payments will come from the $5.5M settlement fund and are distributed pro rata (shared proportionally).
No proof of purchase? Claim up to 5 products per household
With proof? Claim more than 5 products
Actual payouts depend on how many people file
What Are Your Options?
| Option | What it means | Deadline |
|---|---|---|
| Submit a Claim | Receive a proportional cash payment | October 28, 2025 |
| Exclude Yourself | Keep your right to sue Corsair separately, no payment here | October 3, 2025 |
| Object | Tell the Court you don’t agree with the settlement | October 3, 2025 |
| Do Nothing | No payment, give up your rights | — |
| Attend Final Hearing | Jan. 8, 2026 at 2:00 PM PST (via Zoom) | — |
How to File a Claim
Go to the official settlement website.
Submit your claim online (fastest) or request a paper form.
If you bought Corsair DDR4 or DDR5 desktop memory, don’t leave money on the table. File a claim before October 28, 2025.
