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Crucial Ballistix 2GB (1x2GB) DDR3 1600 CL8 vs G.Skill Trident 2GB (2x1GB) DDR3 1600 CL8

RAM · Crucial

Crucial Ballistix 2GB (1x2GB) DDR3 1600 CL8

1×2 GB · DDR3 · 1600 MHz · CL8
GEAR SCORE 36.0 / 100Entry level
Capacity15
Speed18
Latency90
Generation25
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RAM · G.Skill

G.Skill Trident 2GB (2x1GB) DDR3 1600 CL8

2×1 GB · DDR3 · 1600 MHz · CL8
GEAR SCORE 36.0 / 100Entry level
Capacity15
Speed18
Latency90
Generation25
Verdict

Crucial Ballistix 2GB (1x2GB) DDR3 1600 CL8 and G.Skill Trident 2GB (2x1GB) DDR3 1600 CL8 are neck and neck on specs: gear scores 36 and 36.

Spec-by-spec comparison

Crucial Ballistix 2GB (1x2GB) DDR3 1600 CL8G.Skill Trident 2GB (2x1GB) DDR3 1600 CL8
36Gear score36
DDR3TypeDDR3
2 GBTotal capacity2 GB
1×2 GBKit2×1 GB
1,600 MHzSpeed1,600 MHz
CL8CAS latencyCL8

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 2GB (1x2GB) DDR3 1600 CL8 or G.Skill Trident 2GB (2x1GB) DDR3 1600 CL8 better?

Crucial Ballistix 2GB (1x2GB) DDR3 1600 CL8 and G.Skill Trident 2GB (2x1GB) DDR3 1600 CL8 are neck and neck on specs: gear scores 36 and 36.

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