Crucial Ballistix 8GB (2x4GB) DDR4 2400 CL16 vs G.Skill Ripjaws X 8GB (2x4GB) DDR3 2400 CL11
Crucial Ballistix 8GB (2x4GB) DDR4 2400 CL16
2×4 GB · DDR4 · 2400 MHz · CL16G.Skill Ripjaws X 8GB (2x4GB) DDR3 2400 CL11
2×4 GB · DDR3 · 2400 MHz · CL11Crucial Ballistix 8GB (2x4GB) DDR4 2400 CL16 and G.Skill Ripjaws X 8GB (2x4GB) DDR3 2400 CL11 are neck and neck on specs: gear scores 48 and 48.
- CAS latency: G.Skill Ripjaws X 8GB (2x4GB) DDR3 2400 CL11 leads (CL11 vs CL16).
- G.Skill Ripjaws X 8GB (2x4GB) DDR3 2400 CL11 has lower true latency (9.2 ns vs 13.3 ns; speed and CL combined).
G.Skill Ripjaws X 8GB (2x4GB) DDR3 2400 CL11
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Spec-by-spec comparison
| Crucial Ballistix 8GB (2x4GB) DDR4 2400 CL16 | G.Skill Ripjaws X 8GB (2x4GB) DDR3 2400 CL11 | |
|---|---|---|
| 48 | Gear score | 48 |
| DDR4 | Type | DDR3 |
| 8 GB | Total capacity | 8 GB |
| 2×4 GB | Kit | 2×4 GB |
| 2,400 MHz | Speed | 2,400 MHz |
| CL16 | CAS latency | CL11 |
| — | Estimated price | ≈ $214 |
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 8GB (2x4GB) DDR4 2400 CL16 or G.Skill Ripjaws X 8GB (2x4GB) DDR3 2400 CL11 better?
Crucial Ballistix 8GB (2x4GB) DDR4 2400 CL16 and G.Skill Ripjaws X 8GB (2x4GB) DDR3 2400 CL11 are neck and neck on specs: gear scores 48 and 48. CAS latency: G.Skill Ripjaws X 8GB (2x4GB) DDR3 2400 CL11 leads (CL11 vs CL16). G.Skill Ripjaws X 8GB (2x4GB) DDR3 2400 CL11 has lower true latency (9.2 ns vs 13.3 ns; speed and CL combined).