The Winning Combo
Unleash the full power of your CPU
Not all gaming memory is created equal. Crucial Ballistix is the only brand of DRAM that incorporates custom tuning at the die level in the manufacturing process. This unique approach is unmatched by competitors, allowing the modules to deliver uncompromising performance.
Ready to play. Ready to win.
If you’re building your next gaming PC around a the latest powerful AMD Ryzen® processor, then the Crucial Ballistix and Ballistix MAX line of gaming DRAM is the perfect match.
Check out this video from HardwareCanucks to see how Crucial Ballistix DRAM performs with Ryzen.
Overclocking performance + MAX headroom
Whether you're building a custom rig or headed on a world record run, you can push the envelope with confidence. In fact, the combination of AMD's Ryzen 5 3600X processor and Crucial DRAM has broken numerous world overclocking records and shattered the 6,000MT/s barrier.
"I know AMD Ryzen platforms can be sensitive to memory, so I was happy to hear Crucial makes all their memory Ryzen Ready. It's nice to know my RAM is optimized for Ryzen platforms and its infinity fabric technology to allow both max everyday performance as well as extreme overclocking headroom. AMD Ryzen and Crucial Ballistix is a complete package!"
-Sardoche, Streamer
Optimize your build in style.
With various speeds, heat spreaders, colors, and RGB options to choose from, Crucial Ballistix or Crucial Ballistix MAX is the perfect memory for any gamer’s needs and budget. No matter which option you choose, all Crucial Ballistix products are built to be #RyzenReady.
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Comparison Chart
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Crucial Ballistix MAX
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Crucial Ballistix MAX RGB
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Crucial Ballistix
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Crucial Ballistix RGB
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Crucial Ballistix SODIMM
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Form Factor |
UDIMM |
UDIMM |
UDIMM |
UDIMM |
SODIMM |
Speed |
4000MT/s, 4400MT/s, |
4000MT/s, 4400MT/s |
2666MT/s, 3000MT/s, 3200MT/s, 3600MT/s |
3200MT/s, 3600MT/s |
2666MT/s, 3200MT/s |
CAS Latency |
CL18, CL19 |
CL18, CL19 |
CL15, CL16 |
CL15, CL16 |
CL16 |
Voltage |
1.35V, 1.4V, 1.5V |
1.35V, 1.4V |
1.2V,1.35V |
1.35V |
1.2V,1.35V |
Module Density (Kit) |
16GB (8GBx2), 32GB (16GBx2) |
16GB (8GBx2), 32GB (16GBx2) |
16GB (8GBx2), 32GB (16GBx2), 64GB (32GBx2) |
16GB (8GBx2), 32GB (16GBx2), 64GB (32GBx2) |
16GB (8GBx2), 32GB (16GBx2), 64GB (32GBx2) |
XMP Ready |
Yes |
Yes |
Yes |
Yes |
Yes |
Color Options |
Black |
Black |
Black, Red, White |
Black, Red, White |
Black/Silver |
RGB LEDs |
No |
Yes |
No |
Yes |
No |
Manufacturer DRAM Die |
Micron |
Micron |
Micron |
Micron |
Micron |
Dimensions |
133.34(w) x 39.17(h) x 8.48(d) mm (5.25 x 1.54 x .33 in) |
133.34(w) x 39.17(h) x 8.48(d) mm (5.25 x 1.54 x .33 in) |
133.34(w) x 39.17(h) x 7.18(d) mm (5.25 x 1.54 x .28 in) |
133.34(w) x 39.17(h) x 7.18(d) mm (5.25 x 1.54 x .28 in) |
69.72(w) x 30(h) x 3.8(d) mm (2.74 x 1.18 x .15 in) |
Warranty |
Limited Lifetime1 |
Limited Lifetime1 |
Limited Lifetime1 |
Limited Lifetime1 |
Limited Lifetime1 |
- Limited lifetime warranty valid everywhere except Germany, where warranty is valid for 10 years from date of purchase.
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