G.Skill Ripjaws V Series
Crucial CT2K102464BD160B
What Buyers Say
G.Skill Ripjaws V Series
The G.Skill Ripjaws V Series 32GB DDR4 3600 MHz memory kit is widely praised for its excellent price-to-performance ratio, reliable operation at rated speeds after enabling XMP, and strong overclocking potential. Users highlight its compatibility with modern AMD and Intel platforms, though a few report early failures or mixed die types. Overall, it is considered a solid, no-frills choice for gamers and power users seeking high-capacity, fast RAM.
Pros
- Excellent price-to-performance ratio
- Reliable at rated speed with XMP enabled
- Strong overclocking potential
- Good compatibility with modern AMD and Intel platforms
- No RGB (clean aesthetic)
Cons
- Early failure reported by some users
- Mixed die types (Samsung vs Hynix) in same model
- Requires XMP enable for rated speed
- Not stable at 3600 MHz on some Ryzen 1st gen
- Single rank vs dual rank inconsistency
Crucial 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
Scores
Specifications
| G.Skill Ripjaws V Series | Crucial CT2K102464BD160B | |
|---|---|---|
| Memory | ||
| Type | DDR4★ | DDR3L |
| Form Factor | UDIMM | UDIMM |
| Total Capacity | ||
| Modules | 2 | 2 |
| Per Module | ||
| Pins | 288 | 240 |
| Rank | 1Rx8 | 2Rx8 |
| Performance | ||
| Speed | ||
| CAS Latency | 18 | 11★ |
| Timings | 18-22-22-42 | 11-11-11 |
| Voltage | 1.350000023841858 | 1.350000023841858 |
| Class | ||
| ECC | ✗ | ✗ |
| Registered | ✗ | ✗ |
| OC Profile | Intel XMP 2.0 | — |
| Features | ||
| RGB | ✗ | ✗ |
| Heat Spreader | ✓★ | ✗ |
Pros & Cons
G.Skill Ripjaws V Series
- Strong latency (88th percentile)88th %ile
- Strong social proof (83rd percentile)83rd %ile
- Strong feature (73rd percentile)
Crucial CT2K102464BD160B
- Strong social proof (93rd percentile)93rd %ile
- Below average speed (14th percentile)14th %ile
Pricing
Crucial CT2K102464BD160B offers 1.5x better value for money
Verdict
Scores 71 overall, wins 5 of 5 usage categories and 3 of 16 specs.
