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zamys
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07-29-2025, 08:44 PM
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Hey there! Planning to add another 8GB RAM for dual-channel performance with your existing 8GB unit? Great idea. You’ve got two options: a Crucial stick at £29 that matches your current one in specs except voltage, and a Corsair model at £39 that’s a bit pricier but fully compatible. The Crucial runs at 1.35V while the Corsair is at 1.5V—make sure your motherboard supports both. Which one suits your budget and needs best? Let me know!
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zamys
07-29-2025, 08:44 PM #1

Hey there! Planning to add another 8GB RAM for dual-channel performance with your existing 8GB unit? Great idea. You’ve got two options: a Crucial stick at £29 that matches your current one in specs except voltage, and a Corsair model at £39 that’s a bit pricier but fully compatible. The Crucial runs at 1.35V while the Corsair is at 1.5V—make sure your motherboard supports both. Which one suits your budget and needs best? Let me know!

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07-30-2025, 02:58 AM
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I'm not sure if DDR3L at 1.35 volts can handle higher voltages safely. I prefer the 1.5V version. It might work, but I worry it could cause early failure in DDR3L.
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OscarWoHA
07-30-2025, 02:58 AM #2

I'm not sure if DDR3L at 1.35 volts can handle higher voltages safely. I prefer the 1.5V version. It might work, but I worry it could cause early failure in DDR3L.

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08-06-2025, 03:28 PM
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DDR3L is a dual-voltage memory DIMM that works at both 1.5V and 1.35V. The left option is Crucial CT102464BD160B 8 GB, while the right is Corsair CMV8GX3M1A1600C11 8 GB. For the Asus h81m-k you mentioned, recent ASUS Memory reports confirm compatibility with the Corsair model. Crucial states the CT102464BD160B fits here, and you can choose the more affordable choice.
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08-06-2025, 03:28 PM #3

DDR3L is a dual-voltage memory DIMM that works at both 1.5V and 1.35V. The left option is Crucial CT102464BD160B 8 GB, while the right is Corsair CMV8GX3M1A1600C11 8 GB. For the Asus h81m-k you mentioned, recent ASUS Memory reports confirm compatibility with the Corsair model. Crucial states the CT102464BD160B fits here, and you can choose the more affordable choice.

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