Crucial Ballistix Smart Tracer 4 GB (2x2GB DDR3-1600)

The Crucial Ballistix Smart Tracer 4 GB arrives as 2 modules of 2GB each with 4GB of DDR3 on board. Operating voltage sits at 1.35V. It is specced for 1600 MT/s with a CAS latency of 8, working out to a true latency of about 10ns. Builders shopping for older AM4 and LGA1700 boards that top out at DDR4 will find this budget DDR3 option easy to justify.

4GB gives you enough headroom for esports and everyday use; past 3600 MT/s, extra frequency brings diminishing returns. Expect to pay around $27.97, which lands it among budget options. PlanMyPC's builder flags compatibility problems automatically and tracks the latest memory kit deals from multiple stores.