Timetec 78AP16NUSL2R8 16GB DDR3L-1600

Timetec 78AP16NUSL2R8 16GB DDR3L-1600

Timetec
48 Overall Score
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Crucial CT2K32G4DFD832A 64GB DDR4-3200

Crucial CT2K32G4DFD832A 64GB DDR4-3200

Crucial
63 Overall Score

What Buyers Say

Timetec 78AP16NUSL2R8 16GB DDR3L-1600

92 out of 100 low confidence 7 reviews

Users are very satisfied with this memory upgrade for Macs, especially Mac Mini and MacBook Pro models from 2012. They highlight the easy installation, fast performance, and excellent value for money. All reviews are positive, with no reported issues after weeks of use.

Pros
  • Easy installation
  • Fast performance
  • Great price
  • Works as advertised
  • Compatible with 2012 Macs
👍 Ease of installation 3
👍 Performance 3
👍 Value for money 4
👍 Compatibility 4
👍 Reliability 2
👍 Shipping speed 1

Crucial CT2K32G4DFD832A 64GB DDR4-3200

63 out of 100 medium confidence 10 reviews

The Crucial 64GB DDR4 RAM kit receives mixed feedback, with many users praising its affordability and compatibility for budget builds, but a notable number reporting dead-on-arrival modules or reliability issues. Verified reviews highlight solid performance once configured correctly, though some sticks fail to POST at rated speeds. Customer support is described as responsive for RMAs, but the inconsistency in quality dampens overall enthusiasm.

Pros
  • Affordable for budget builds
  • Good compatibility with various systems
  • Decent performance when working
  • Responsive RMA support from Crucial
  • Simple, low-profile design
Cons
  • Dead-on-arrival modules reported
  • Reliability issues after initial use
  • Some sticks fail to POST at rated speed
  • Quality inconsistency between units
  • Troubleshooting required for setup
👎 Reliability 4
👎 Dead on arrival 3
👍 Performance 4
👍 Customer support 2
👍 Compatibility 3
👍 Value for money 2

Scores

Budget
Timetec
65
Crucial
80
Workstation
Timetec
39
Crucial
79
Gaming
Timetec
38
Crucial
68
Laptop
Timetec
55
Crucial
52
Server
Timetec
23
Crucial
37

Specifications

Timetec 78AP16NUSL2R8Crucial CT2K32G4DFD832A
Memory
TypeDDR3LDDR4★
Form FactorSODIMMUDIMM
Total Capacity
16,384
65,536
Modules22
Per Module
8,192
32,768
Pins204288
Rank2Rx82Rx8
Performance
Speed
1,600
3,200
CAS Latency11★22
Timings—22-22-22
Voltage1.3500000238418581.2000000476837158★
Class
ECC✗✗
Registered✗✗
OC Profile—Intel XMP 2.0
Features
RGB✗✗
Heat Spreader—✗

Pros & Cons

Timetec 78AP16NUSL2R8 16GB DDR3L-1600

  • Strong social proof (98th percentile)98th %ile
  • Strong user sentiment (89th percentile)89th %ile
  • Below average speed (14th percentile)14th %ile

Crucial CT2K32G4DFD832A 64GB DDR4-3200

  • Strong capacity (90th percentile)90th %ile
  • Strong social proof (67th percentile)
  • Below average user sentiment (8th percentile)8th %ile

Verdict

★ Winner: Crucial CT2K32G4DFD832A

Scores 63 overall, wins 4 of 5 usage categories and 5 of 16 specs.

Timetec 78AP16NUSL2R8 Better at:

Laptop

Crucial CT2K32G4DFD832A Better at:

BudgetGamingServerWorkstation