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Black Diamond Memory

Black Diamond Memory BD8G2666MQ22 8GB DDR4 2666 desktop RAM

SKU CH-1DJR-QDDFM MPN BD8G2666MQ22

Adds 8 GB of DDR4 2666 memory with Intel XMP 2.0 support for desktop upgrades

  • Total capacity8 GB
  • Rated speedDDR4 2666 (PC4 21300)
  • Memory profilesIntel XMP 2.0
  • Key featuresWith decades of experience specializing in memory and server

Capacity 8GB

  • 8 GB capacity gives room for everyday multitasking
  • DDR4 2666 speed delivers responsive desktop performance
  • PC4 21300 rating matches mainstream platform requirements
  • Intel XMP 2.0 profile enables simple one-click tuning
  • Manufacturer backs over 200000 tested system configurations

8GB DDR4 2666 module for desktop upgrades

This 8 GB DDR4 2666 (PC4 21300) module targets desktop owners who need a straightforward capacity increase. It carries an Intel XMP 2.0 profile so the rated speed can be enabled without manual timing entry. The product suits office PCs, home workstations and older platforms that officially support DDR4 2666. Buyers who want more storage or a different memory generation should look elsewhere.

Standard DIMM form factor

The stick uses the regular 288-pin DIMM layout that fits any desktop board with DDR4 slots. Black Diamond Memory states the line is validated across over 200000 system configurations covering enterprise servers, desktops and laptops. That breadth implies a high likelihood of trouble-free installation on mainstream consumer motherboards. No heatsink dimensions or clearance data are provided so tight spaces remain an unknown.

XMP 2.0 profile simplifies first boot

The bundled Intel XMP 2.0 profile lets the firmware set frequency and timings automatically at first power-on. No extra software, driver or licence key is required to activate the rated 2666 MT/s speed. The module shipped from the manufacturer in October 2019 and carries no additional accessories beyond the memory itself.

How it compares

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

Price $73.99
Cheaper than about 55% of the 3,647 comparable items (median $90.99).
Total capacity 8 GB
Lower than about 60% of the 3,251 comparable items (median 16 GB).
Price per GB $9.25 per GB
Pricier than about 64% of the 3,251 comparable items (median $6.75 per GB).

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Specifications

Product
Brand nameBlack Diamond Memory
Model nameBD8G2666MQ22
Total capacity8 GB
Performance
Rated speedDDR4 2666 (PC4 21300)
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

Does the DDR4 2666 PC4 21300 rating limit the module to 2666 MT/s on a standard motherboard?

The module is rated DDR4 2666 (PC4 21300) and will run at that speed by default; Intel XMP 2.0 is available if the board and BIOS allow a higher profile.

Will this BD8G2666MQ22 stick fit a standard desktop DIMM slot without low-profile clearance issues?

It uses the regular desktop DIMM form factor, so it fits any standard DDR4 slot; no low-profile or special clearance requirements are noted.

Is there a specific BIOS step needed to enable the Intel XMP 2.0 profile on this memory?

After installing the module, enter the BIOS, locate the XMP or memory profile setting, select Profile 1, save and reboot — the common mistake is leaving the setting on Auto.

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