Crucial CT2K32G4DFD832A 64GB DDR4-3200
G.Skill Ripjaws X Series 8GB DDR3-1600
What Buyers Say
Crucial CT2K32G4DFD832A 64GB DDR4-3200
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
G.Skill Ripjaws X Series 8GB DDR3-1600
The G.Skill Ripjaws memory kit receives mostly glowing reviews for its rock-solid stability and excellent customer service, though one DIMM failed after seven months. Verified buyers praise the competitive pricing and reliability, often noting that manual BIOS adjustment is needed to reach the rated 1600 MHz. Overall sentiment is very positive, with users confident in the product's long-term performance.
Pros
- Rock-solid stability
- Excellent customer service
- Competitive pricing
- Good long-term reliability
- Works well at stock settings
Cons
- DIMM failure after 7 months
- Manual BIOS setting needed for 1600 MHz
- Packaging damage during shipping
Scores
Specifications
| Crucial CT2K32G4DFD832A | G.Skill Ripjaws X Series | |
|---|---|---|
| Memory | ||
| Type | DDR4★ | DDR3 |
| Form Factor | UDIMM | UDIMM |
| Total Capacity | ||
| Modules | 2★ | 1 |
| Per Module | ||
| Pins | 288 | 240 |
| Rank | 2Rx8 | — |
| Performance | ||
| Speed | ||
| CAS Latency | 22 | 9★ |
| Timings | 22-22-22 | 9-9-9-24 |
| Voltage | 1.2000000476837158★ | 1.5 |
| Class | ||
| ECC | ✗ | ✗ |
| Registered | ✗ | ✗ |
| OC Profile | Intel XMP 2.0 | Intel XMP |
| Features | ||
| RGB | ✗ | ✗ |
| Heat Spreader | ✗ | ✓★ |
Pros & Cons
Crucial CT2K32G4DFD832A 64GB DDR4-3200
- Strong capacity (90th percentile)90th %ile
- Strong social proof (67th percentile)
- Strong feature (65th percentile)
- Below average user sentiment (8th percentile)8th %ile
G.Skill Ripjaws X Series 8GB DDR3-1600
- Strong affordability (86th percentile)86th %ile
- Strong social proof (86th percentile)86th %ile
- Strong latency (78th percentile)
- Below average speed (14th percentile)14th %ile
- Below average capacity (23rd percentile)
Pricing
G.Skill Ripjaws X Series 8GB DDR3-1600 offers 5.0x better value for money
Verdict
Scores 63 overall, wins 4 of 5 usage categories and 6 of 16 specs.
