Crucial 16GB (2x8GB) DDR3L-1600 CL11 (CT2K102464BD160B)
GeIL Value 1GB CL5
What Buyers Say
Crucial 16GB (2x8GB) DDR3L-1600 CL11 (CT2K102464BD160B)
Most users are very satisfied with this Crucial DDR3 RAM, praising its plug-and-play installation, stability, and compatibility with Dell Optiplex systems. One verified buyer reported a failure after two months, but others highlight reliable performance and good value. Overall, the sentiment is strongly positive with a minor concern about durability.
Pros
- Plug-and-play installation
- Stable performance
- Compatible with Dell Optiplex
- Good value for money
- Works out of the box
Cons
- One unit failed after two months
- Potential durability concerns
GeIL Value 1GB CL5
The GEIL DDR2-800 memory kit generally works well for AM2 and some Intel boards, with several users reporting plug-and-play operation at stock speeds. However, compatibility issues exist with certain Intel 965 chipsets, and one stick arrived dead. The price is considered good, but voltage settings may need adjustment for stable 800MHz operation.
Pros
- Good price
- Works with AM2 systems
- Plug-and-play on many boards
- Stable at stock speeds
- Assembled in USA
Cons
- Compatibility issues with Intel 965 boards
- One stick arrived dead
- Voltage may need adjustment for 800MHz
- Not recommended for Intel DG965RYCK
Scores
Specifications
| Crucial 16GB DDR3L | GeIL Value | |
|---|---|---|
| Memory | ||
| Type | DDR3L★ | — |
| Form Factor | UDIMM | UDIMM |
| Total Capacity | ||
| Modules | 2 | 2 |
| Per Module | ||
| Pins | 240 | 240 |
| Rank | 2Rx8 | — |
| Performance | ||
| Speed | ||
| CAS Latency | 11 | 5★ |
| Timings | 11-11-11 | 5-5-5-15 |
| Voltage | 1.350000023841858★ | 1.7999999523162842 |
| Class | ||
| ECC | ✗ | ✗ |
| Registered | ✗ | ✗ |
| Features | ||
| RGB | ✗ | ✗ |
| Heat Spreader | ✗ | ✓★ |
Pros & Cons
Crucial 16GB (2x8GB) DDR3L-1600 CL11 (CT2K102464BD160B)
- Strong social proof (92nd percentile)92nd %ile
- Strong affordability (86th percentile)86th %ile
- Below average speed (14th percentile)14th %ile
GeIL Value 1GB CL5
- Strong affordability (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong latency (73rd percentile)
- Below average capacity (3rd percentile)3rd %ile
- Below average speed (5th percentile)5th %ile
- Below average user sentiment (14th percentile)14th %ile
Pricing
Crucial 16GB (2x8GB) DDR3L-1600 CL11 (CT2K102464BD160B)
GeIL Value 1GB CL5
No current pricing available
Verdict
Scores 44 overall, wins 5 of 5 usage categories and 5 of 15 specs.
