PNY Performance 32GB (2x16GB) DDR4-3200 CL22 SODIMM Black

PNY Performance 32GB (2x16GB) DDR4-3200 CL22 SODIMM Black

PNY
60 Overall Score
vs
Crucial 64GB (2x32GB) DDR4-3200 CL22 (CT2K32G4DFD832A)

Crucial 64GB (2x32GB) DDR4-3200 CL22 (CT2K32G4DFD832A)

Crucial
63 Overall Score

What Buyers Say

PNY Performance 32GB (2x16GB) DDR4-3200 CL22 SODIMM Black

72 out of 100 medium confidence 11 reviews

Most users found this PNY 32GB DDR4 kit to be a great value, with easy installation and immediate recognition on laptops like Dell and HP Victus. However, one verified reviewer reported serious compatibility and stability issues on a Minisforum mini PC, causing black screens and reboots, which they attributed to the high-density modules. Overall, the product is praised for its price and performance in standard laptops, but caution is advised for small form-factor systems.

Pros
  • Great value for money
  • Easy installation
  • Immediate recognition
  • Smooth performance boost
  • Reliable brand
Cons
  • Compatibility issues on mini PCs
  • Stability problems on small form-factor
  • High-density modules stress memory controller
👍 Value for money 4
👍 Ease of installation 4
👎 Compatibility 2
👍 Performance improvement 3
👍 Brand reliability 2
👎 Stability 1

Crucial 64GB (2x32GB) DDR4-3200 CL22 (CT2K32G4DFD832A)

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
PNY
89
Crucial
86
Laptop
PNY
78
Crucial
52
Workstation
PNY
59
Crucial
78
Gaming
PNY
56
Crucial
68
Server
PNY
31
Crucial
37

Specifications

PNY PerformanceCrucial 64GB DDR4
Memory
TypeDDR4DDR4
Form FactorSODIMMUDIMM
Total Capacity
32,768
65,536
Modules22
Per Module
16,384
32,768
Pins260288
RankDual Rank2Rx8
Performance
Speed
3,200
3,200
CAS Latency2222
Timings22-22-2222-22-22
Voltage1.20000004768371581.2000000476837158
Class
ECC✗✗
Registered✗✗
OC Profile—Intel XMP 2.0
Features
RGB✗✗
Heat Spreader✗✗

Pros & Cons

PNY Performance 32GB (2x16GB) DDR4-3200 CL22 SODIMM Black

  • Strong social proof (98th percentile)98th %ile
  • Strong capacity (71st percentile)
  • Below average user sentiment (21st percentile)

Crucial 64GB (2x32GB) DDR4-3200 CL22 (CT2K32G4DFD832A)

  • Strong capacity (90th percentile)90th %ile
  • Strong social proof (67th percentile)
  • Strong feature (65th percentile)
  • Below average user sentiment (8th percentile)8th %ile

Pricing

PNY Performance 32GB (2x16GB) DDR4-3200 CL22 SODIMM Black is MX$7,871 cheaper (2.5x less).

PNY Performance 32GB (2x16GB) DDR4-3200 CL22 SODIMM Black0.012score per dollar
vs
Crucial 64GB (2x32GB) DDR4-3200 CL22 (CT2K32G4DFD832A)0.005score per dollar

PNY Performance 32GB (2x16GB) DDR4-3200 CL22 SODIMM Black offers 2.4x better value for money

PNY Performance 32GB (2x16GB) DDR4-3200 CL22 SODIMM Black

Crucial 64GB (2x32GB) DDR4-3200 CL22 (CT2K32G4DFD832A)

Verdict

★ Winner: Crucial 64GB DDR4

Scores 63 overall, wins 3 of 5 usage categories and 2 of 16 specs.

PNY Performance Better at:

BudgetLaptop

Crucial 64GB DDR4 Better at:

GamingServerWorkstation

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