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Ballistix

Ballistix BLS4G3D1609DS1S00 4GB DDR3 1600 desktop RAM

SKU CH-SK21-CE83X MPN BLS4G3D1609DS1S00

A 4 GB DDR3 1600 desktop module with CL9 timing, 1.50 V operation and an integrated heat spreader for stable performance

  • Total capacity4 GB
  • Rated speedDDR3 1600 (PC3 12800)
  • CAS latencyCL9
  • Memory timings9-9-9-24
  • Rated voltage1.5 V
  • Buffer typeUnbuffered

Capacity 4GB

  • CL9 latency accelerates response times for smoother multitasking
  • DDR3 1600 speed delivers 12800 bandwidth for faster data access
  • 50V standard voltage ensures broad motherboard compatibility
  • Integrated heat spreader maintains stable temperatures under load
  • Unbuffered 4GB module installs easily without BIOS tweaks

Sport DDR3 1600 for mainstream builds

This Ballistix Sport module delivers 4GB of DDR3 1600 memory rated at PC3 12800 with CL9 9-9-9-24 timings. It targets entry-level and mainstream desktop users who want a simple capacity boost without manual tuning. The unbuffered non-ECC design fits standard consumer motherboards. Integrated heat spreaders come fitted as standard.

Thermals noise and power at 1.50V

Operating at the standard 1.50V DDR3 voltage, the module runs within typical power limits for mainstream systems. The integrated heat spreader helps dissipate heat during normal workloads, keeping temperatures in check without extra airflow. As a passive component it adds no audible noise to the build. Stability is validated at the rated 1600 speed and CL9 timings.

Heat spreader and plug-and-play BIOS

The bundled heat spreader improves thermal headroom and gives the stick a distinctive look inside the case. Industry-standard SPD programming means the memory configures automatically in most BIOS implementations, so the system posts at rated speed without user intervention. This reduces setup time for first-time builders and general upgrades alike.

How it compares

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Price $32.99
Cheaper than about 77% of the 3,647 comparable items (median $90.99).
Total capacity 4 GB
Lower than about 80% of the 3,251 comparable items (median 16 GB).
Price per GB $8.25 per GB
Pricier than about 60% of the 3,251 comparable items (median $6.75 per GB).

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Specifications

Product
Brand nameBallistix
Product lineSport
Model nameBLS4G3D1609DS1S00
Total capacity4 GB
Performance
Rated speedDDR3 1600 (PC3 12800)
Memory
CAS latencyCL9
Memory timings9-9-9-24
ECC supportNo
Buffer typeUnbuffered
Heat spreaderYes
Power
Rated voltage1.5 V
Size & build
Shipping weight0.07 kg
Package size157 × 123 × 13 mm

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Questions about this item

How do I install this DDR3 1600 module and which step causes the most trouble?

Align the notch on the BLS4G3D1609DS1S00 with the slot key, press straight down until both clips click; the step people miss is pressing both ends evenly so the module seats fully.

What maintenance or replacement will this 4GB CL9 stick need later?

No routine maintenance is required; if errors appear after years of use, replace the module — dust can be cleared with compressed air.

What limit appears first when this 1.50V unbuffered kit runs sustained loads?

The integrated heat spreader handles normal thermals; sustained heavy workloads hit the DDR3 1600 bandwidth ceiling before thermals throttle the module.

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