Timetec 76 16GB (2x8GB) DDR4-3200 CL22 SODIMM Black
G.Skill Ripjaws 4GB DDR3-1600 CL9
What Buyers Say
Timetec 76 16GB (2x8GB) DDR4-3200 CL22 SODIMM Black
Timetec DDR4 RAM is overwhelmingly praised for its compatibility with Synology NAS devices and laptops, offering a noticeable performance boost at a very competitive price. Users highlight easy installation, instant recognition, and stable operation, with many noting significant improvements in multitasking and system responsiveness. A few mention price increases over time and minor fitment issues, but overall satisfaction is very high.
Pros
- Easy installation
- Instant system recognition
- Significant performance boost
- Great value for money
- Excellent Synology NAS compatibility
Cons
- Price increases over time
- Minor fitment issues in some laptops
- Not officially supported by Synology
- No overclocking headroom
G.Skill Ripjaws 4GB DDR3-1600 CL9
Users are overwhelmingly positive about this RAM kit, praising its performance, easy installation, and cool operation. Several reviewers emphasize the importance of configuring BIOS settings like XMP or FSB/DRAM ratios to achieve the advertised 1600MHz speed and correct timings. A few mention minor setup steps, but overall the product is highly recommended.
Pros
- Easy installation
- Runs cool
- Recognized immediately
- Fast performance
- Good heat spreaders
Cons
- Requires BIOS configuration
- May show wrong timings initially
Scores
Specifications
| Timetec 76 | G.Skill Ripjaws | |
|---|---|---|
| Memory | ||
| Type | DDR4★ | DDR3 |
| Form Factor | SODIMM | UDIMM |
| Total Capacity | ||
| Modules | 2★ | 1 |
| Per Module | ||
| Pins | 260 | 240 |
| Rank | Single | — |
| Performance | ||
| Speed | ||
| CAS Latency | 22 | 9★ |
| Timings | 22-22-22-52 | 9-9-9-24-2N |
| Voltage | 1.2000000476837158★ | 1.5 |
| Class | ||
| ECC | ✗ | ✗ |
| Registered | ✗ | ✗ |
| OC Profile | — | Intel XMP |
| Features | ||
| RGB | ✗ | ✗ |
| Heat Spreader | ✗ | ✓★ |
Pros & Cons
Timetec 76 16GB (2x8GB) DDR4-3200 CL22 SODIMM Black
- Strong social proof (92nd percentile)92nd %ile
- Strong user sentiment (90th percentile)90th %ile
- Strong affordability (74th percentile)
G.Skill Ripjaws 4GB DDR3-1600 CL9
- Strong affordability (92nd percentile)92nd %ile
- Strong social proof (86th percentile)86th %ile
- Strong latency (78th percentile)
- Strong user sentiment (78th percentile)
- Below average capacity (9th percentile)9th %ile
- Below average speed (14th percentile)14th %ile
Pricing
G.Skill Ripjaws 4GB DDR3-1600 CL9 offers 3.9x better value for money
Verdict
Scores 61 overall, wins 5 of 5 usage categories and 6 of 16 specs.
