Yes, you can purchase individual 2x8 units or a complete kit.
Yes, you can purchase individual 2x8 units or a complete kit.
Hello, I’m considering purchasing the Crucial Ballistix Sport LT 3200Mhz CL16. The Amazon listing for a single rank (8GB) is around 31€, while the kit (2x8GB) is about 90-100€. Would it be possible to buy two separate 8GB units instead of the bundle? Or are they designed to be sold together? Thanks for your help!
What processor and motherboard do you have? Using one will definitely reduce performance, though the extent depends on it. Also, what tasks need more than 16GB of memory? Having spare RAM won’t make a difference.
Technically you might try various memory types from different makers. However, considering Crucial is a key player in manufacturing memory chips, it’s safe to say you’re in good hands. You can easily obtain two separate single dimms. I’d still prefer a bundle though. Since they’re designed to work together, it would be simpler if you ever need to handle warranty issues. P.S. That price for one stick of memory seems very reasonable when compared to the cost of two 8GB units: https://de.pcpartpicker.com/products/mem...sort=price
You're purchasing a new PC and selecting RAM with 16GB capacity. You're considering options like 2x8GB for 100 euros or 1x8GB for 32 euros, which could mean buying two 8GB modules. Since Crucial is part of Micron, the RAM will consistently use Micron technology. However, it's possible there might be slight variations between batches, so the two 8GB sticks could differ slightly in specifications. But I wouldn't expect that to be a significant issue.
It varies by memory manufacturer, and I’m not certain about checking Crucial’s system. What I describe is using the product code and version listed on the packaging to confirm compatibility. This approach works well for Corsair but can be tricky with online purchases.