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Crucial Max

2 x 8GB, 5100 MHz, DDR4-RAM, DIMM
was CHF1069.–
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Test reportsVery good based on 1 test
Delivered between Sat, 7.6. and Wed, 18.6.
Only 4 items in stock at supplier

Product details

The Crucial Ballistix Max memory modules are an excellent choice for power users and enthusiasts looking to get the most out of their hardware. Crucial offers high-performance DDR4 RAM with impressive clock speeds through its Ballistix Max series.

Key features of the Crucial Ballistix Max memory:

  • Dual-channel kit with a capacity of 16 GB (2x 8 GB)
  • Very high clock speed of 5,100 MHz
  • Tested latencies of CL19-26-26-48
  • Low voltage of 1.5 volts
  • Stylish heat spreader design in black

Crucial Ballistix Max: DDR4 RAM with exceptionally high clock frequencies. This high-performance DDR4 memory achieves speeds of up to 5,100 MHz and latencies of CL19-26-26-48 at 1.5 volts, either through automatically set XMP 2.0 profiles or manual configuration with a compatible motherboard.

The DDR4 modules feature black PCBs surrounded by stylish black heat spreaders in this version. Thanks to the heat spreaders, this 16 GB dual kit (2x 8 GB) stays cool at all times.

Technical details:

  • Memory type: DDR4
  • Capacity: 16 GB / 2x 8 GB (dual-channel kit)
  • Color: Black (PCB), Black (heat spreader)
  • Lighting: None
  • Clock speed: 5,100 MHz (manual configuration or via XMP 2.0)
  • Voltage: 1.5 V (manual configuration or via XMP 2.0)
  • Tested latencies: CL19-26-26-48.

Key specifications

Memory type
DDR4-RAM
Memory configuration
2 x 8GB
Storage clock frequency
5100 MHz
CAS latency
19
RAM certification
XMP
Voltage
1.50 V
Item number
14459580

General information

Manufacturer
Crucial
Category
RAM
Manufacturer no.
BLM2K8G51C19U4B
Release date
7.12.2020

Colour

Colour
Black
Exact colour description
Black
LED colour
without LED

Memory

Memory configuration
2 x 8GB
Hardware application range
Standard
Memory type
DDR4-RAM
Storage clock frequency
5100 MHz
Memory chip
DDR4-5000
Memory form factor
DIMM
Number of pins
288 x
RAM buffer
Unbuffered
CAS latency
19
RAM certification
XMP

Power supply

Voltage
1.50 V

Voluntary climate contribution

CO₂-Emission
Climate contribution

Package dimensions

Length
16.50 cm
Width
13.40 cm
Height
2.30 cm
Weight
245 g

30-day right of return
24 Months Warranty (Bring-in)

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Warranty score

How often does a product of this brand in the «RAM» category have a defect within the first 24 months?

Source: Digitec Galaxus
  • Crucial
    Not enough data
  • 1.Lenovo
    0 %
  • 2.HP
    0.2 %
  • 2.Silicon Power
    0.2 %
  • 2.V7
    0.2 %

Warranty case duration

How many working days on average does it take to process a warranty claim from when it arrives at the service centre until it’s back with the customer?

Source: Digitec Galaxus
  • Crucial
    Not enough data
  • 1.Crucial
    0 days
  • 1.Mushkin
    0 days
  • 1.OWC
    0 days
  • 1.Samsung
    0 days

Return rate

How often is a product of this brand in the «RAM» category returned?

Source: Digitec Galaxus
  • Crucial
    Not enough data
  • 1.Origin Storage
    2.4 %
  • 2.Synology
    2.6 %
  • 3.Transcend
    4.3 %
  • 3.V7
    4.3 %
Source: Digitec Galaxus

Translation: machine translated
Very good85/100
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Toms Hardware GuideSingle testReleaseOctober 2021
  • PositiveFastest memory kit on the market
  • PositiveFantastic XMP performance
  • PositiveFun to overclock
  • NegativeCosts a small fortune
  • NegativePlug-n-Play is out of the question
  • NegativeSteep hardware requirements

The Ballistix Max DDR4-5100 could easily be anybody's dream memory kit. However, the hardware requirements and the kit's eye-watering price tag make it an extremely niche product.