Crucial Ballistix Tracer 3 GB (3x1GB DDR3-1600)

The Crucial Ballistix Tracer 3 GB comes as 3 modules of 1GB each with 3GB of DDR3 on board. It is rated at 1600 MT/s with a CAS latency of 8, working out to a true latency of about 10ns. Operating voltage sits at 1.35V. As a budget DDR3 kit, it slots naturally into older AM4 and LGA1700 boards that top out at DDR4.

For gaming, capacity matters more than raw speed past 3600 MT/s — 3GB comfortably covers esports and everyday use. Its $31.45 price tag places it squarely in budget territory. Use the PlanMyPC system builder to verify it works alongside your other components and to watch live retailer pricing.