Crucial Ballistix 2GB (1x2GB) DDR3 2133 CL9 vs G.Skill Ripjaws X Plus Turbulence II 4GB (2x2GB) DDR3 2200 CL7
Crucial Ballistix 2GB (1x2GB) DDR3 2133 CL9
1×2 GB · DDR3 · 2133 MHz · CL9G.Skill Ripjaws X Plus Turbulence II 4GB (2x2GB) DDR3 2200 CL7
2×2 GB · DDR3 · 2200 MHz · CL7Crucial Ballistix 2GB (1x2GB) DDR3 2133 CL9 and G.Skill Ripjaws X Plus Turbulence II 4GB (2x2GB) DDR3 2200 CL7 are neck and neck on specs: gear scores 42 and 42.
- Total capacity: G.Skill Ripjaws X Plus Turbulence II 4GB (2x2GB) DDR3 2200 CL7 leads (4 GB vs 2 GB).
- Speed: G.Skill Ripjaws X Plus Turbulence II 4GB (2x2GB) DDR3 2200 CL7 leads (2,200 MHz vs 2,133 MHz).
- CAS latency: G.Skill Ripjaws X Plus Turbulence II 4GB (2x2GB) DDR3 2200 CL7 leads (CL7 vs CL9).
- G.Skill Ripjaws X Plus Turbulence II 4GB (2x2GB) DDR3 2200 CL7 has lower true latency (6.4 ns vs 8.4 ns; speed and CL combined).
G.Skill Ripjaws X Plus Turbulence II 4GB (2x2GB) DDR3 2200 CL7
If you care most about total capacity, speed, cAS latency.
Spec-by-spec comparison
| Crucial Ballistix 2GB (1x2GB) DDR3 2133 CL9 | G.Skill Ripjaws X Plus Turbulence II 4GB (2x2GB) DDR3 2200 CL7 | |
|---|---|---|
| 42 | Gear score | 42 |
| DDR3 | Type | DDR3 |
| 2 GB | Total capacity | 4 GB |
| 1×2 GB | Kit | 2×2 GB |
| 2,133 MHz | Speed | 2,200 MHz |
| CL9 | CAS latency | CL7 |
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 2133 CL9 or G.Skill Ripjaws X Plus Turbulence II 4GB (2x2GB) DDR3 2200 CL7 better?
Crucial Ballistix 2GB (1x2GB) DDR3 2133 CL9 and G.Skill Ripjaws X Plus Turbulence II 4GB (2x2GB) DDR3 2200 CL7 are neck and neck on specs: gear scores 42 and 42. Total capacity: G.Skill Ripjaws X Plus Turbulence II 4GB (2x2GB) DDR3 2200 CL7 leads (4 GB vs 2 GB). Speed: G.Skill Ripjaws X Plus Turbulence II 4GB (2x2GB) DDR3 2200 CL7 leads (2,200 MHz vs 2,133 MHz). CAS latency: G.Skill Ripjaws X Plus Turbulence II 4GB (2x2GB) DDR3 2200 CL7 leads (CL7 vs CL9).
Which one is faster?
Speed: G.Skill Ripjaws X Plus Turbulence II 4GB (2x2GB) DDR3 2200 CL7 leads (2,200 MHz vs 2,133 MHz).