Package and its Contents
Crucial DDR5 memory arrived in a retail package, which is a flat, transparent box. The package is exactly the same as in the previously reviewed Crucial memory. It’s close to what we can see in the current server memory series from various manufacturers.
The package contains two memory modules and nothing else. The installation is straightforward, and even less advanced users can handle it without problems. If there is any problem, then the manual and additional info can be found on the Crucial website.
The memory modules look very standard. On the black PCB, we will find 8 memory chips and power modules. On the other hand, I like how simple it looks. On the back, there is a clean PCB which looks surprisingly well (can be seen in the photos below).
We won’t find RGB or fancy heatsinks on Crucial memory. Maybe a gaming series will be back in some time, but right now, Crucial offers us a standard-looking but still improved memory series.
Heatsinks are not required as modules use 1.1V and, during work, have at least 30°C below their maximum operating temperature. DDR5 is rated at 85°C, but the maximum safe temperature is even higher.
Below you can see some photos of the Crucial DDR5-5600 memory kit on the ASUS Strix B650E-I Gaming motherboard with Noctua NH-L9a-AM5 cooler. This set is perfect for SFF PC.
Our test results are on the next page of the article.
