Crucial Ballistix 3200 MHz DDR4 DRAM Desktop Gaming Memory Kit 16GB (8GBx2) CL16 BL2K8G32C16U4B (Black)

[RAM] Crucial Ballistix 3200 MHz DDR4 DRAM Desktop Gaming Memory Kit 16GB (8GBx2) CL16 (Black) 73.99 + FS

FYI PCpartpicker prices are whack when its an older model.

https://www.amazon.com/Crucial-Ballistix-Desktop-Gaming-BL2K8G32C16U4B/dp/B083TRRT16/ref=sr_1_3?dchild=1&keywords=crucial+ballistix&qid=1600101092&sr=8-3

is the new model.

I surely hope so! There was the Crucial Ballistix 16GB (2x8GB) 3200Mhz CL16 that was on sale for $44.99 on Prime Day. Hoping that deal comes again.

> As for the memory, would this work as a replacement?

Not sure, depends on its height.

> I also looked at the initial memory I linked, and would I be hurting myself if I downgraded it from 3200 to 2400?

Yup, try and stick to 3000Mhz and above at least. Generally 3600MHz CL16 or 3200MHz CL14 is considered the 'sweet spot' for Ryzen 3000/5000 but 3200MHz CL16 and 3600MHz CL18 is also pretty good for the price and is only like 1-2% worse.

Again thanks so much for the response. I guess when I said pointless I was having two conflicting motives. Of course, the goal of Bdie and max performance, means thats right in line with every other brand. However I didnt really understand the diminishing returns involved. If the hardware these days is so optimized that paying double only gets 5% more headroom, I think it would be wise to not do that.
 
Another option someone else mentioned in /r/overclocking E die RAM, which is news to me. Specifically they linked This Crucial Ballistix kit which I am not sure will fit in the TU150/NH-D15 combo.

Thanks for your help. I live in Hawaii and the they charge shipping. I try to get everything from Amazon since they're the only online vendor that does free shipping. I'm guessing these are okay. https://www.amazon.com/dp/B083TRRT16/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_iTUmFbR6T42SE

$10 more though.

Ryzen scales a lot with memory frequency.

I recommend getting Crucial Ballistix 3200c16 (here's an Amazon link) and overclocking it as much as possible.

I personally have a similar ram kit and I have it overclocked to 3733cl14 with tight timings.

On the 3400g you can expect it to top out somewhere between 3466MT/s and 3733MT/s.

This is an excellent guide to memory OC.

I got this Crucial kit (https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B083TRRT16/) to go with my new upgrade (B550M Pro4, R5 3600) and it works perfectly. Just don't forget to switch to its XMP profile in BIOS.

This is a really good deal considering this kit has historically retailed for $150 - $275. There are cheaper rev. e kits available, but I'm pretty sure these are binned better. Get these if you're into OC-ing and want to get the tightest timings possible. Otherwise try to grab one of the standard kits.

First of all, AWESOME JOB on your first build.

Ryzen is really ram hungry so if it were me, I would definitely up your RAM speed.

Something like

Amazon.com: Crucial Ballistix 3200 MHz DDR4 DRAM Desktop Gaming Memory Kit 16GB (8GBx2) CL16 BL2K8G32C16U4B (Black): Computers & Accessories

How does this compare to ballistix 3200 MHz CL16? I bought an RGB pair for $64. Would the ones in the OP be a better deal? Should I return?

This is what I am talking about:

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B083TRRT16/ref=cm_sw_r_oth_api_fabc_dlC_IwEWFbF0S0MDH?psc=1

I would upgrade the ram to a 2x8GB 3000 or 3200MHz kit. That will be the biggest bang for your buck. This would be an excellent choice.

After that I'd say GPU. That's gonna depend a ton on your budget but I'd say go for a 1660 at least to be able to see an appreciable difference. 5600XT would be a great upgrade.

This dropped https://www.amazon.com/Crucial-Ballistix-Desktop-Gaming-BL2K8G32C16U4B/dp/B083TRRT16/

Hey, we're pretty cool :)

Lots of people have been picking up our Sport AT kits on sale with pair exceedingly well with Ryzen and overclock quite nicely. Or you can spend the $5-10 more on our latest release of Ballistix which uses the same great Micron E-die as before, but with a refreshed design.

Sorry to hijack the thread.

May I get a copy of the spreadsheet too? I am looking to overclock too with BL2K16G32C16U4B.M16FE (https://www.amazon.com/Crucial-Ballistix-Desktop-Gaming-BL2K8G32C16U4B/dp/B083TRRT16) and Ryzen 5900x.

Thank you!

https://www.amazon.com/Crucial-Ballistix-Desktop-Gaming-BL2K8G32C16U4B/dp/B083TRRT16/ref=sr_1_4?dchild=1&keywords=Crucial+Ballistix+3200+MHz+DDR4+DRAM+Desktop+Gaming+Memory+Kit+16GB+%288GBx2%29+CL16+BL2K8G32C16U4B+%28Black%29&qid=1603342858&sr=8-4

Also here is the crucial model I mentioned. I have the previous version. Can even get it to run at 3200 on my r1700 on asrock x370 killer sli. That's a board known to have trouble with fast ram.

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B083TRRT16/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_CMSrFbTZEJM4Q

Not on sale right now.

Or Crucials new sleek Crucial Ballistix 3200 MHz (heat spreader, black, sleek)

$74.99

CL16 @ 1.35V

Newb question: I recently built a pc and I have 4 dimm slots. I currently have 2 sticks of this: Crucial Ballistix 3200 MHz DDR4 DRAM Desktop Gaming Memory Kit 16GB (8GBx2) CL16 BL2K8G32C16U4B (Black)

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My Mobo is Gigabyte X570 Gaming X

Could I install 1 stick of this ram in the second slot of each channel? If not, could I install them both in the first channel, then the 2 8gb sticks in the second channel? I know it's RECOMMENDED to use the exact same modules in each slot, but would I have problems if I used this to get me to 48gb of ram? Overkill for my purposes, yes, but I want it anyway :) Isn't that the American Way?

Thanks in advance. I am so grateful to this subreddit, as it probably made my build 30% cheaper.

RIP on the 2080. I was feeling super confident about it since it's not the latest 3000-whatever that came out. As for the memory, would this work as a replacement?

I also looked at the initial memory I linked, and would I be hurting myself if I downgraded it from 3200 to 2400?

Crucial Ballistix 3200 Mhz

In stock on May 5th on amazon. Link: https://www.amazon.com/Crucial-Ballistix-Desktop-Gaming-BL2K8G32C16U4B/dp/B083TRRT16/ref=redir_mobile_desktop?ie=UTF8&ref_=dp_ob_neva_mobile

What specific memory modules on the board matters. 3200 will be objectively better than 2133 and will give you much better CPU performance.

BUT if you want 32gb of memory, I'd stick with Micron E-die And buy this kit right here. You should still be able to overclock it to 3600mhz CL16 with Ryzen Dram Calculator.

E die ram Crucial Ballistix 3200 MHz DDR4 DRAM Desktop Memory Kit 16GB (8GBx2) CL16 BL2K8G32C16U4B (Black) https://www.amazon.com/dp/B083TRRT16/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_r7QAEb94RZ789

Crucial Ballistix 3200 MHz DDR4 DRAM Desktop Gaming Memory Kit 16GB (8GBx2) CL16 BL2K8G32C16U4B (Black) https://www.amazon.com/dp/B083TRRT16/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_HTozEb75ZRDEQ get this real please instead of the single stick of ram lol

To add to u/Muffin69Butt's post, a set of crucial ballistix 3200mhz RAM is $70 on Amazon.. It overclocks to 3600mhz without issue.

Since your build is budget oriented, I agree that a C14S is unnecessary. I would personally recommend a Fuma 2, but something like Mugen 5 would also be plenty. They offer better performance per dollar than a C14S.

If you have a Micro Center nearby, you can save a bit more money on your motherboard and CPU by purchasing from them.

The Asus Strict B450I would definitely be suitable for your build and prevent any top exhaust fan fitment issues.

Go for the Crucial Ballistix‘s then. 16 GB - 3200 Mhz round about 79 bucks.

https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B083TRRT16/ref=dp_ob_neva_mobile?th=1&psc=1

This one is good.: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B083TRRT16/

A couple of those motherboards are OK but nothing to get excited about.

Non RGB are $45

> I think the 3600 usually goes for 175 if you can get it once restocked

That sounds nice, I can totally wait. I wasn't even gonna start buying stuff this year, I read somewhere that the best prices will start appearing on march-april 2021? But idk man

> Is the SSD on your list just for you operating system?

Yes! I actually have a 2TB external SSD with all my games on it. Tho I heard that isn't a good idea to install games on external ssds (noob mistake I suppose haha)

> EDIT: Just found a better deal on similar RAM.

Sweet! Will this brand work with my mobo and all of the other components? I read something about compatibility between brands and stuff

And thanks for the help btw, I'm really excited with all of this haha

https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B083TRRT16/ref=dp_ob_neva_mobile seems likes they’re back in stock but not shipping for a while now, I get mine later today tho, you do need prime. Hopefully these are what you’re looking for.

okay, is this

https://www.amazon.com/BL2K8G32C16U4B-Ballistix-Crucial-Negro/dp/B083TRRT16/ref=mp_s_a_1_3?dchild=1&keywords=crucial+ballistix+16gb+3200mhz&qid=1594684458&sr=8-3

good enough ?

The Ryzen 5 3600 is a 6 core CPU. You should look at a computer build guide to learn how to install a CPU and RAM into a motherboard, and how to install a motherboard into a case.

DDR4 is the spec or generation of RAM. Your current system is so old that it uses the last generation of RAM, so it uses DDR3. For a new system, you must use DDR4. 16gb is the amount of RAM, which will allow heavy multitasking. 3200mhz is the speed of the RAM which decreases access times, effectively speeding up the system. This is an excellent memory kit that would be compatible: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B083TRRT16/ref=cm_sw_r_sms_apa_i_EnQZEbBN3SETK

With that CPU, you still need a GPU. For now, you can use your current GPU, but when you save up enough money to buy a better one, then you should do so. That is the final step, and I would reccommend this GPU when you do: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B083WD3DK6/ref=cm_sw_r_sms_apa_i_opQZEbP7H7TSJ

If your in the U.S, Amazon has the 16gb(8x2 kit) I got. Looks like they have other speed/capacity kits available also. With or without RGB.

https://www.amazon.com/Crucial-Ballistix-Desktop-Gaming-BL2K8G32C16U4W/dp/B083TRRT16/ref=sr_1_2?dchild=1&keywords=ballistix%2B16gb%2B3200&qid=1597027924&sr=8-2&th=1

Is it safe for me to use https://www.amazon.com/Crucial-Ballistix-Desktop-Gaming-BL2K8G32C16U4B/dp/B083TRRT16/Crucial Ballistix 3200 MHz DDR4 DRAM Desktop Gaming Memory Kit 16GB on a computer that has AMD Ryzen 5 3600 6-Core processor, 3953 Mhz, 6 cores, and 12 logical processors? All I am doing is swapping my current processor for the new one, not anything else

so safe to assume crucial ballistics rams doesnt work on asrock b550m boards?

cause i was thinking of gettinb a b550m pro 4 from asrock and these rams

https://www.amazon.com/-/es/gp/product/B083TRRT16/ref=ox_sc_act_image_3?smid=ATVPDKIKX0DER&psc=1

The crucial ballistix sport lt 3200 mhz CL 16 (on Amazon US) is generally considered pretty good and cost efficient. It is micron E die RAM and can be overclocked. It generally works well with Ryzen per discussion on the AMD subreddit and tech youtube reviews.

Crucial also sells a newer version with an upgraded heat fin/spreader (slightly larger heat spreader I believe). The newer version is not labeled "sport LT" but it is also micron E die. The newer version is slightly more expensive than the sport LT. Newer version on Amazon US

I would recommend getting another stick of ram and running in dual channel, also with Ryzen you want the fastest memory you can afford https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B083TRRT16/ref=ox_sc_act_title_2?smid=ATVPDKIKX0DER&psc=1

16GB of RAM at 3200 for 80 dollars USD

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Crucial Ballistix 3200 CL16 w/ Amazon Prime = 44.49 free ship...

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B083TRRT16/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o01_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B083TRRT16/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o00_s00?ie=UTF8&th=1

Theres a kit by cricual ballistix thats like $70, its 3200 cl 16 and overclocks well.

https://www.amazon.com/Crucial-Ballistix-Desktop-Gaming-BL2K8G32C16U4B/dp/B083TRRT16/ref=sr_1_3?dchild=1&keywords=crucial+ddr4&qid=1598591528&s=electronics&sr=1-3

Even if you cant currently go over 2666mhz you could possibly tighten the timings and subtimings to a very large degree for better performance. If/when you do get a newer ryzen processor that kit works extremely well with ryzen, I have a ryzen 2600 and because of the memory controller being not as great as third gen ryzen I got it to 3466 cl14 with most people with ryzen 3000 processors getting 3600 mhz cl 16 on average.

Yep, they are the same, just a different heat spreader. Crucial actually replaced these kits with the newer ones:

https://www.amazon.com/Crucial-Ballistix-Desktop-Gaming-BL2K8G32C16U4B/dp/B083TRRT16/ref=sr_1_2?dchild=1&keywords=ballistix+3200&qid=1595844908&sr=8-2

https://www.amazon.com/Crucial-Ballistix-Desktop-Gaming-BL2K8G32C16U4BL/dp/B083VMSY1B/ref=pd_di_sccai_1/143-5959660-1222313?_encoding=UTF8&pd_rd_i=B083VMSY1B&pd_rd_r=9b03cb03-83de-431e-9e7e-4b55d6d916c7&pd_rd_w=kSwwt&pd_rd_wg=xxUCv&pf_rd_p=5415687b-2c9d-46da-88a4-bbcfe8e07f3c&pf_rd_r=22A97H4876TGDGY0KCBG&psc=1&refRID=22A97H4876TGDGY0KCBG

All 3000-4400 kits are guaranteed to have Rev. E chips.

yeah! these:
https://www.amazon.com/Crucial-Ballistix-Desktop-Gaming-BL2K8G32C16U4B/dp/B083TRRT16/

Is the difference marginal between a 3600mhz and 3200mhz c16?

https://www.amazon.com/Crucial-Ballistix-Desktop-Gaming-BL2K8G32C16U4B/dp/B083TRRT16

Do you have these? I got the 2x16 kit and literally just adjusted the frequency and the infinity fabric clock and it booted with no issue and passed memtest flawlessly.

Differences in price on the same product but they differ in color is pretty normal. For example, this Crucial DDR4 kit is cheaper with the black heatspreaders versus the white one. It's supply/demand.

When you say it fits, do you mean size? Color? There is a newer version of the Crucial Ballistix RAM that has the same overclockable e-die, but has a taller (39mm) black heat spreader: https://www.amazon.com/Crucial-Ballistix-Desktop-Gaming-BL2K8G32C16U4B/dp/B083TRRT16/ref=sr_1_4?keywords=crucial%2Bballistix%2B3200&qid=1585073961&s=electronics&sr=1-4&th=1. This RAM should easily overclock to 3600cl16 or better (mine is running at 3800cl16).

This RAM also has a kit that's sold at 3600cl16 as the stock speed and is still fairly cheap: https://www.amazon.com/Crucial-Ballistix-Desktop-Gaming-BL2K8G32C16U4B/dp/B083V93HJG/ref=sr_1_4?keywords=crucial%2Bballistix%2B3200&qid=1585073961&s=electronics&sr=1-4&th=1

The only immediate upgrade you can do that will make substantial difference is a new GPU, but it's gonna cost you more than $300 to be an upgrade from a 1070 and your CPU may leave a lot to be desired if you do get a new GPU.

You can update your CPU, mobo, and RAM though for a little over $300.

• CPU
• Board
• RAM

If you do this your system will be ready for a new GPU down the line and it can handle pretty much anything higher than a 1070.

My last possible suggestion would be a new monitor, if you're still rocking a 1080p 60hz panel you may want to update that to say a 1080p 144hz one or a 1440p 60hz. It's not a performance upgrade per se, but a visual upgrade for your eyes lol.

I really did not like what you had so I made something lol. Sorry I just thought you were sacrificing so much for rgb and looks.

https://pcpartpicker.com/list/jrbZNq

A FEW THINGS!!!

pc partpicker has some out dated pricing. The correct ram I couldn't find on their list. On amazon this ram is what I wanted to link, I posted a place holder for the pricing.

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B083TRRT16/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_N.XiFbRX7Q7J2

You can save like $80 by going b450 BUT it is not future proof. Most b450 boards dont have enough room on the bios chip to upgrade bios for zen3. Something to keep in mind but personally I think you should go b450 and save that extra scratch.

If you really do need a monitor then we can cut more corners. If you have a microcenter near by you can walk in and walk out with a bomb ass system like this for even cheaper. They have an inhouse lianli lancool 205 that is better in some ways than the nzxt h510. The look very similar but the lianli costs 10 or 20 bucks less.

Whoops forgot psu,

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01LYRXRDI/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_RmYiFb1MQP751

This one would be perfect, not modular but psu shrouds are pretty standard these days

Thanks for the reply, that case looks cool. I'm looking at the prime deals and 3 stand out:

5500xt for 160

Crucial Ballistix 16gb for 45

Crucial 1tb ssd for 82

Would substituting for these be a good idea? I'll pay about $15 extra but i'd get more storage and a better gpu, I think? Is it a better gpu?