Conclusion
Crucial Ballistix Elite 16GB DDR4-2666 memory kit is so far one of the best DDR4 kits I had a chance to test. It has everything high end memory should have.
Performance of reviewed kit is high even though manufacturer decided to use pretty relaxed main timings. I wish to see the same memory released at CL15 what after looking at our overclocking results, shouldn’t be so hard to achieve in mass production. Crucial Ballistix Elite has high overclocking potential and even though we couldn’t see DDR4-3200 clock then anything up to DDR4-3000 can run stable at quite low voltages and much tighter memory timings than declared and programmed in XMP profile.
Design of Ballistix Elite is quite unique. It’s hard to compare new Elite heatsinks to anything else on the market especially that most manufacturers were not even trying to change heatsinks from DDR3 series. Here we have brand new and great looking heatsinks in black-gunmetal colors what perfectly fits to Ballistix naming.
Crucial Ballistix Elite 4x4GB DDR4-2666 kit can be found in many online stores like Amazon for about $250 what is really good option on the current DDR4 market. When we add legendary Crucial support, lifetime warranty and additional features like thermal sensors and M.O.D. utility then it looks like one of the best offers for DDR4 memory.
Pros:
- High performance
- High overclocking potential
- Great looks
- Thermal sensors and MOD software
- Reasonable price
Cons:
- None worth to mention
Final words:
Crucial Ballistix Elite 16GB DDR4-2666 has all what perfect enthusiast and overclocking memory kit needs. It performs well, looks great and has high overclocking potential. Additionally Crucial is offering best available support and additional features. Since all that is available in really reasonable price then I can recommend Crucial Ballistix Elite memory without any hesitation and I believe that all who decide to buy this memory will be also satisfied.
