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Black Diamond Memory

Black Diamond Memory BD8GX22666MQ22 16GB (2 x 8GB) DDR4 2666 desktop RAM

SKU CH-8MND-VDM51 MPN BD8GX22666MQ22

A 16 GB dual-channel DDR4 2666 kit with Intel XMP 2.0 profile for desktop upgrades

  • Total capacity16 GB (2 × 8 GB)
  • Rated speedDDR4 2666 (PC4 21300)
  • Memory profilesIntel XMP 2.0
  • Key featuresWith decades of experience specializing in memory and server

Capacity 16GB (2 x 8GB)

  • 16 GB dual-channel kit boosts multitasking headroom
  • DDR4 2666 PC4 21300 speed feeds data fast
  • Intel XMP 2.0 profile enables one-click overclocking
  • 200000 tested configurations ensure broad compatibility
  • Proven manufacturer since 2019 backs reliability

Kit purpose

This 16 GB dual-channel kit targets desktop builders who need reliable DDR4 memory running at 2666 MT/s. Two matched 8 GB modules simplify installation and enable interleaved access on mainstream platforms.

Build fit

The modules follow the standard DDR4 DIMM form factor and rely on Intel XMP 2.0 for automatic timing configuration. No extra cooling or voltage adjustment is required, leaving motherboard slots free for future expansion.

Profile advantage

The bundled XMP 2.0 profile stores verified frequency and latency settings, so the system can apply them at boot without manual BIOS entry. This reduces setup time and helps avoid stability issues caused by incorrect timings.

How it compares

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

Price $161.99
Pricier than about 63% of the 3,647 comparable items (median $90.99).
Total capacity 16 GB (2 × 8 GB)
Typical for this category: the median of 3,251 items is 16 GB.
Price per GB $10.12 per GB
Pricier than about 67% of the 3,251 comparable items (median $6.75 per GB).

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Specifications

Product
Brand nameBlack Diamond Memory
Model nameBD8GX22666MQ22
Total capacity16 GB (2 × 8 GB)
Performance
Rated speedDDR4 2666 (PC4 21300)
Memory
Memory profilesIntel XMP 2.0
Size & build
Shipping weight0.23 kg
Package size203 × 102 × 51 mm

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Questions about this item

What is the first limit reached under sustained use with DDR4 2666 speed?

The modules run at DDR4 2666 (PC4 21300) with Intel XMP 2.0 profile; sustained workloads are bounded by that rated frequency and timing.

How much heat or noise does this kit produce when running all day?

The memory has no moving parts and operates silently; heat output is limited to the low power draw of standard DDR4 2666 modules.

What motherboard slot and BIOS feature must I already have for this kit to work?

A desktop board with DDR4 DIMM slots and Intel XMP 2.0 support in the BIOS is required to enable the rated 2666 MT/s speed.

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