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Black Diamond Memory

Black Diamond Memory BD16G2933MQ25 16GB DDR4 2933 desktop RAM

SKU CH-Y9EA-F1XP6 MPN BD16G2933MQ25

16GB DDR4 2933 desktop module with Intel XMP 2.0 for faster performance

  • Total capacity16 GB
  • Rated speedDDR4 2933 (PC4 23400)
  • Memory profilesIntel XMP 2.0
  • Product type288-Pin PC RAM
  • Key featuresWith decades of experience specializing in memory and server

Capacity 16GB

  • 16 GB capacity handles multitasking and large workloads
  • DDR4 2933 speed moves data quickly through the system
  • 288-pin DIMM fits standard desktop motherboard slots
  • Intel XMP 2.0 profile applies tested timings automatically
  • Manufacturer backs over 200,000 validated configurations

16GB DDR4 2933 Module for Desktop Builds

This 16GB DDR4 2933 module targets desktop builders who need a single high-capacity stick. It uses the standard 288-pin form factor and runs at PC4 23400 speed. The module includes an Intel XMP 2.0 profile for automatic configuration. Buyers who want more storage than a single slot provides should consider multi-module kits.

Fits 288-Pin DDR4 Slots with XMP Support

Installation requires a motherboard with a DDR4 288-pin slot and BIOS support for Intel XMP 2.0 profiles. The module frees up additional slots for future expansion up to the board limit. No special cooling or voltage tools are needed beyond standard desktop memory requirements. Systems locked to lower JEDEC speeds without XMP support will not reach the rated frequency.

Sustained Operation at Rated Speed

Under sustained load the module maintains its DDR4 2933 (PC4 23400) data rate when the XMP 2.0 profile is active. Stability relies on the motherboard memory controller and cooling airflow within the case. The manufacturer highlights support for over 200000 configurations across enterprise servers and desktops since 2019. Builds without adequate airflow may see throttling during extended heavy workloads.

How it compares

Measured against everything we stock in Desktop RAM, at today’s prices. Recalculated every night.

Price $106.99
Typical for this category: the median of 3,647 items is $90.99.
Total capacity 16 GB
Typical for this category: the median of 3,251 items is 16 GB.
Price per GB $6.69 per GB
Typical for this category: the median of 3,251 items is $6.75 per GB.

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Specifications

Product
Brand nameBlack Diamond Memory
Model nameBD16G2933MQ25
Total capacity16 GB
Product type288-Pin PC RAM
Performance
Rated speedDDR4 2933 (PC4 23400)
Memory
Memory profilesIntel XMP 2.0
Size & build
Shipping weight0.09 kg
Package size203 × 102 × 51 mm

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Questions about this item

Will the 2933 MT/s speed hold under sustained load without down-clocking?

The module is rated for DDR4 2933 (PC4 23400) and uses Intel XMP 2.0 to maintain that frequency when the profile is enabled in the BIOS.

How much heat and power draw should I expect from this kit running all day?

Standard DDR4 2933 modules operate at 1.2 V and generate low heat; no active cooling is required for typical desktop workloads.

What motherboard slot and BIOS feature must my system already have for this RAM to work?

A desktop board with a 288-pin DDR4 slot and Intel XMP 2.0 support in the BIOS is needed to run the rated speed.

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