Crucial Ballistix 16 GB (2x8GB DDR4-3600)

The Crucial Ballistix 16 GB arrives as 2 modules of 8GB each with 16GB of DDR4 on board. It is specced for 3600 MT/s with a CAS latency of 16, working out to a true latency of about 8.9ns. Operating voltage sits at 1.35V. 16GB gives you enough headroom for modern AAA titles; past 3600 MT/s, extra frequency brings diminishing returns.

As a high-end DDR4 kit, it slots naturally into older AM4 and LGA1700 boards that top out at DDR4. At $193.36 it sits in the high-end memory kit bracket. Use the PlanMyPC system builder to verify it works alongside your other components and to watch live retailer pricing.