Crucial Ballistix Tracer 2 GB (2x1GB DDR3-1600)

The Crucial Ballistix Tracer 2 GB arrives as 2 modules of 1GB each with 2GB of DDR3 on board. Operating voltage sits at 1.35V. It is rated at 1600 MT/s with a CAS latency of 8, working out to a true latency of about 10ns. For gaming, capacity matters more than raw speed past 3600 MT/s — 2GB comfortably covers esports and everyday use.

DDR3 pricing in the budget tier makes this a sensible pairing for older AM4 and LGA1700 boards that top out at DDR4. Expect to pay around $42.00, which lands it among budget options. Use the PlanMyPC system builder to verify it works alongside your other components and to watch live retailer pricing.