Crucial Ballistix Smart Tracer 1600MHz DDR3 4GB Kit Review

Conclusion
[COLOR=#000000]Crucial have done it again by releasing a product that ticks almost every box. This memory gives something unique to the design by offering up the patented Ballistix heatspreaders and Tracer LED features, but this time with an improvement as the functionality has been extended to give more flexibility to the user with the ability to change certain aspects of the Tracer features including colour, patterns and so forth.

Performance wise saw a massive hike in speed with very little effort, whilst users wanting even more can always increase other aspects to get the very best results, and we believe that 2000MHz could be seen from these modules under the right conditions, with the right timings and suitable voltage.

Our tests showed consistent results throughout and gave us the figures we expected from a kit of this speed with the timings it had on offer. Enthusiasts won’t mind shelling out the money for these whereas your average user may have reservations but will most likely steer clear due to the market that these modules are aimed at.

Pros:

• [COLOR=green]Reliable manufacturer[/COLOR]
• [COLOR=green]Low latencies[/COLOR]
• [COLOR=green]Fantastic overclock-ability[/COLOR]
• [COLOR=green]Stylish heatspreaders[/COLOR]
• [COLOR=green]Unique design[/COLOR]
• [COLOR=green]Activity LEDs[/COLOR]
• [COLOR=green]Improved features[/COLOR]

Cons:

• [COLOR=red]May be too expensive for some consumers[/COLOR]

Ratings:

• Design – 10
• Features – 10
• Performance – 10
• Value – 9

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