Memory kits / Comparison

Corsair CMV4GX4M1A2133C15 4GB (1x4GB) DDR4 2133 CL15 vs Crucial CT16G3ERVLD4160B 16GB (1x16GB) DDR3 1333 CL11

RAM · Corsair

Corsair CMV4GX4M1A2133C15 4GB (1x4GB) DDR4 2133 CL15

1×4 GB · DDR4 · 2133 MHz · CL15
GEAR SCORE 39.0 / 100Entry level
Capacity15
Speed32
Latency62
Generation62
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RAM · Crucial

Crucial CT16G3ERVLD4160B 16GB (1x16GB) DDR3 1333 CL11

1×16 GB · DDR3 · 1333 MHz · CL11
GEAR SCORE 39.0 / 100Entry level
Capacity65
Speed12
Latency47
Generation25
Verdict

Corsair CMV4GX4M1A2133C15 4GB (1x4GB) DDR4 2133 CL15 and Crucial CT16G3ERVLD4160B 16GB (1x16GB) DDR3 1333 CL11 are neck and neck on specs: gear scores 39 and 39.

  • Total capacity: Crucial CT16G3ERVLD4160B 16GB (1x16GB) DDR3 1333 CL11 leads (16 GB vs 4 GB).
  • Speed: Corsair CMV4GX4M1A2133C15 4GB (1x4GB) DDR4 2133 CL15 leads (2,133 MHz vs 1,333 MHz).
  • CAS latency: Crucial CT16G3ERVLD4160B 16GB (1x16GB) DDR3 1333 CL11 leads (CL11 vs CL15).
  • Corsair CMV4GX4M1A2133C15 4GB (1x4GB) DDR4 2133 CL15 has lower true latency (14.1 ns vs 16.5 ns; speed and CL combined).
Pick this

Corsair CMV4GX4M1A2133C15 4GB (1x4GB) DDR4 2133 CL15

If you care most about speed, true latency.

Pick this

Crucial CT16G3ERVLD4160B 16GB (1x16GB) DDR3 1333 CL11

If you care most about total capacity, cAS latency.

Spec-by-spec comparison

Corsair CMV4GX4M1A2133C15 4GB (1x4GB) DDR4 2133 CL15Crucial CT16G3ERVLD4160B 16GB (1x16GB) DDR3 1333 CL11
39Gear score39
DDR4TypeDDR3
4 GBTotal capacity16 GB
1×4 GBKit1×16 GB
2,133 MHzSpeed1,333 MHz
CL15CAS latencyCL11
≈ $38Estimated price≈ $78

The gear score is computed from specifications only (e.g. for a mouse: weight, sensor, polling rate, connection and release year). It isn’t a lab test and doesn’t measure personal preferences like shape or grip.

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FAQ

Is Corsair CMV4GX4M1A2133C15 4GB (1x4GB) DDR4 2133 CL15 or Crucial CT16G3ERVLD4160B 16GB (1x16GB) DDR3 1333 CL11 better?

Corsair CMV4GX4M1A2133C15 4GB (1x4GB) DDR4 2133 CL15 and Crucial CT16G3ERVLD4160B 16GB (1x16GB) DDR3 1333 CL11 are neck and neck on specs: gear scores 39 and 39. Total capacity: Crucial CT16G3ERVLD4160B 16GB (1x16GB) DDR3 1333 CL11 leads (16 GB vs 4 GB). Speed: Corsair CMV4GX4M1A2133C15 4GB (1x4GB) DDR4 2133 CL15 leads (2,133 MHz vs 1,333 MHz). CAS latency: Crucial CT16G3ERVLD4160B 16GB (1x16GB) DDR3 1333 CL11 leads (CL11 vs CL15).

Which one is faster?

Speed: Corsair CMV4GX4M1A2133C15 4GB (1x4GB) DDR4 2133 CL15 leads (2,133 MHz vs 1,333 MHz).

How much do they cost?

Estimated prices: Corsair CMV4GX4M1A2133C15 4GB (1x4GB) DDR4 2133 CL15 ≈ $38, Crucial CT16G3ERVLD4160B 16GB (1x16GB) DDR3 1333 CL11 ≈ $78. Current prices vary by store.