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Crucial Ballistix Smart Tracer 16GB (2x8GB) DDR3 1600 CL8 vs G.Skill Ares 16GB (4x4GB) DDR3 1600 CL8
RAM · Crucial
Crucial Ballistix Smart Tracer 16GB (2x8GB) DDR3 1600 CL8
2×8 GB · DDR3 · 1600 MHz · CL8Average
Capacity65
Speed18
Latency90
Generation25
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RAM · G.Skill
G.Skill Ares 16GB (4x4GB) DDR3 1600 CL8
4×4 GB · DDR3 · 1600 MHz · CL8Average
Capacity65
Speed18
Latency90
Generation25
Verdict
Crucial Ballistix Smart Tracer 16GB (2x8GB) DDR3 1600 CL8 and G.Skill Ares 16GB (4x4GB) DDR3 1600 CL8 are neck and neck on specs: gear scores 51 and 51.
Spec-by-spec comparison
| Crucial Ballistix Smart Tracer 16GB (2x8GB) DDR3 1600 CL8 | G.Skill Ares 16GB (4x4GB) DDR3 1600 CL8 | |
|---|---|---|
| 51 | Gear score | 51 |
| DDR3 | Type | DDR3 |
| 16 GB | Total capacity | 16 GB |
| 2×8 GB | Kit | 4×4 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 Smart Tracer 16GB (2x8GB) DDR3 1600 CL8 or G.Skill Ares 16GB (4x4GB) DDR3 1600 CL8 better?
Crucial Ballistix Smart Tracer 16GB (2x8GB) DDR3 1600 CL8 and G.Skill Ares 16GB (4x4GB) DDR3 1600 CL8 are neck and neck on specs: gear scores 51 and 51.
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