Memory kits / Comparison
Crucial Ballistix 12GB (3x4GB) DDR3 1600 CL8 vs Crucial Ballistix Elite 12GB (3x4GB) DDR3 1600 CL8
RAM · Crucial
Crucial Ballistix 12GB (3x4GB) DDR3 1600 CL8
3×4 GB · DDR3 · 1600 MHz · CL8Average
Capacity50
Speed18
Latency90
Generation25
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RAM · Crucial
Crucial Ballistix Elite 12GB (3x4GB) DDR3 1600 CL8
3×4 GB · DDR3 · 1600 MHz · CL8Average
Capacity50
Speed18
Latency90
Generation25
Verdict
Crucial Ballistix 12GB (3x4GB) DDR3 1600 CL8 and Crucial Ballistix Elite 12GB (3x4GB) DDR3 1600 CL8 are neck and neck on specs: gear scores 47 and 47.
Spec-by-spec comparison
| Crucial Ballistix 12GB (3x4GB) DDR3 1600 CL8 | Crucial Ballistix Elite 12GB (3x4GB) DDR3 1600 CL8 | |
|---|---|---|
| 47 | Gear score | 47 |
| DDR3 | Type | DDR3 |
| 12 GB | Total capacity | 12 GB |
| 3×4 GB | Kit | 3×4 GB |
| 1,600 MHz | Speed | 1,600 MHz |
| CL8 | CAS latency | CL8 |
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 Crucial Ballistix 12GB (3x4GB) DDR3 1600 CL8 or Crucial Ballistix Elite 12GB (3x4GB) DDR3 1600 CL8 better?
Crucial Ballistix 12GB (3x4GB) DDR3 1600 CL8 and Crucial Ballistix Elite 12GB (3x4GB) DDR3 1600 CL8 are neck and neck on specs: gear scores 47 and 47.
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