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Crucial Pro 32GB (2x16GB) DDR4 3200 CL22 vs Mushkin Redline 32GB (2x16GB) DDR4 2800 CL17

RAM · Crucial

Crucial Pro 32GB (2x16GB) DDR4 3200 CL22

2×16 GB · DDR4 · 3200 MHz · CL22 · 2023
GEAR SCORE 70.0 / 100Very good
Capacity90
Speed60
Latency64
Generation62
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RAM · Mushkin

Mushkin Redline 32GB (2x16GB) DDR4 2800 CL17

2×16 GB · DDR4 · 2800 MHz · CL17
GEAR SCORE 70.0 / 100Very good
Capacity90
Speed49
Latency74
Generation62
Verdict

Crucial Pro 32GB (2x16GB) DDR4 3200 CL22 and Mushkin Redline 32GB (2x16GB) DDR4 2800 CL17 are neck and neck on specs: gear scores 70 and 70.

  • Speed: Crucial Pro 32GB (2x16GB) DDR4 3200 CL22 leads (3,200 MHz vs 2,800 MHz).
  • CAS latency: Mushkin Redline 32GB (2x16GB) DDR4 2800 CL17 leads (CL17 vs CL22).
  • Mushkin Redline 32GB (2x16GB) DDR4 2800 CL17 has lower true latency (12.1 ns vs 13.8 ns; speed and CL combined).
Pick this

Crucial Pro 32GB (2x16GB) DDR4 3200 CL22

If you care most about speed.

Pick this

Mushkin Redline 32GB (2x16GB) DDR4 2800 CL17

If you care most about cAS latency, true latency.

Spec-by-spec comparison

Crucial Pro 32GB (2x16GB) DDR4 3200 CL22Mushkin Redline 32GB (2x16GB) DDR4 2800 CL17
70Gear score70
DDR4TypeDDR4
32 GBTotal capacity32 GB
2×16 GBKit2×16 GB
3,200 MHzSpeed2,800 MHz
CL22CAS latencyCL17
2023Release year—
≈ $158Estimated price≈ $360

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 Pro 32GB (2x16GB) DDR4 3200 CL22 or Mushkin Redline 32GB (2x16GB) DDR4 2800 CL17 better?

Crucial Pro 32GB (2x16GB) DDR4 3200 CL22 and Mushkin Redline 32GB (2x16GB) DDR4 2800 CL17 are neck and neck on specs: gear scores 70 and 70. Speed: Crucial Pro 32GB (2x16GB) DDR4 3200 CL22 leads (3,200 MHz vs 2,800 MHz). CAS latency: Mushkin Redline 32GB (2x16GB) DDR4 2800 CL17 leads (CL17 vs CL22). Mushkin Redline 32GB (2x16GB) DDR4 2800 CL17 has lower true latency (12.1 ns vs 13.8 ns; speed and CL combined).

Which one is faster?

Speed: Crucial Pro 32GB (2x16GB) DDR4 3200 CL22 leads (3,200 MHz vs 2,800 MHz).

How much do they cost?

Estimated prices: Crucial Pro 32GB (2x16GB) DDR4 3200 CL22 ≈ $158, Mushkin Redline 32GB (2x16GB) DDR4 2800 CL17 ≈ $360. Current prices vary by store.