Other World Computing OWC3C2D42R8256K
Other World Computing
9 Overall Score
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Crucial Pro Overclocking
Crucial
91 Overall Score
What Buyers Say
Other World Computing OWC3C2D42R8256K
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Crucial Pro Overclocking
88 out of 100 medium confidence 10 reviews
This Crucial DDR5-6400 kit is widely praised for its stability and solid performance, especially in memory-bound tasks. Users appreciate the easy XMP/EXPO setup and reliable operation, though some note the price is high due to market conditions and that overclocking headroom is limited without aggressive cooling. Overall, it's seen as a dependable mid-to-high-end choice for compatible systems.
Pros
- Stable at rated speeds
- Easy XMP/EXPO setup
- Solid build quality
- Good performance uplift
- Reliable brand reputation
Cons
- High price due to market
- Limited overclocking headroom
- Average timings
- White color may not suit all
Stability 6
Performance 5
Value for money 4
Overclocking 4
Build quality 3
Ease of setup 3
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Specifications
| Other World Computing OWC3C2D42R8256K | Crucial Pro Overclocking | |
|---|---|---|
| Memory | ||
| Type | — | DDR5★ |
| Form Factor | — | UDIMM |
| Total Capacity | No data | |
| Modules | — | 2★ |
| Per Module | No data | |
| Pins | — | 288 |
| Performance | ||
| Speed | No data | |
| CAS Latency | — | 32★ |
| Timings | — | 32-40-40-103 |
| Voltage | — | 1.350000023841858★ |
| Class | ||
| ECC | — | ✗ |
| Registered | — | ✗ |
| OC Profile | — | Intel XMP 3.0, AMD EXPO |
| Features | ||
| RGB | — | ✗ |
| Heat Spreader | — | ✓★ |
Pros & Cons
Other World Computing OWC3C2D42R8256K
- Below average capacity (1st percentile)1st %ile
- Below average latency (2nd percentile)2nd %ile
- Below average speed (2nd percentile)2nd %ile
- Below average feature (18th percentile)18th %ile
Crucial Pro Overclocking
- Strong speed (95th percentile)95th %ile
- Strong latency (88th percentile)88th %ile
- Strong social proof (86th percentile)86th %ile
- Strong user sentiment (78th percentile)
Pricing
Verdict
Winner: Crucial Pro Overclocking
Scores 91 overall, wins 5 of 5 usage categories and 8 of 15 specs.
