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Crucial

Crucial CT16G4DFD832A 16GB DDR4 3200 desktop RAM

SKU CH-7KFQ-MYEKM MPN CT16G4DFD832A

16 GB DDR4 3200 desktop module at CL22 1.20 V, downclocks to 2933 or 2666 MT/s

  • Total capacity16 GB
  • Rated speedDDR4 3200 (PC4 25600)
  • CAS latencyCL22
  • Memory timings22-22-22
  • Rated voltage1.2 V
  • Buffer typeUnbuffered

Capacity 16GB

  • 16 GB capacity for larger workloads
  • 3200 MT/s speed for fast data rates
  • CL22 latency for responsive access
  • 20 V operation reduces power draw
  • Downclocks to 2933 or 2666 MT/s for broad compatibility

16GB DDR4 3200 desktop memory

This 16GB DDR4 3200 module fits standard 288-pin desktop slots and runs at 1.20V. It is built for PC builders and upgraders who need a single 16GB stick for everyday workloads and mainstream gaming rigs. The unbuffered design keeps installation straightforward on compatible consumer motherboards. CAS latency is CL22 with 22-22-22 timings.

Thermals noise and power at stock speed

Operating at the rated 3200 MT/s and 1.20V, the module draws modest power and produces no audible noise because it has no moving parts. The low voltage helps reduce system power consumption by up to 40% compared with higher-voltage DDR4 kits. Heat output remains low enough for standard case airflow without additional cooling.

Sustained load behaviour and downclocking

Under prolonged heavy use the memory maintains its 3200 MT/s data rate and CL22 timings without throttling. If the platform only supports 2933 MT/s or 2666 MT/s the module automatically downclocks to match the system specification. Bandwidth can increase by up to 32% over slower DDR4 when running at the full rated speed.

How it compares

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

Price $71.99
Cheaper than about 56% of the 3,647 comparable items (median $90.99).
Total capacity 16 GB
Typical for this category: the median of 3,251 items is 16 GB.
Price per GB $4.50 per GB
Cheaper than about 79% of the 3,251 comparable items (median $6.75 per GB).

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Specifications

Product
Brand nameCrucial
Model nameCT16G4DFD832A
Total capacity16 GB
Product type288-Pin PC RAM
Performance
Rated speedDDR4 3200 (PC4 25600)
Memory
CAS latencyCL22
Memory timings22-22-22
Buffer typeUnbuffered
Power
Rated voltage1.2 V
Size & build
Shipping weight0.03 kg
Package size166 × 47 × 6 mm

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Questions about this item

How do I install this 288-Pin DDR4 module and what step do people often miss?

Align the notch on the module with the slot key, press down firmly until both side clips click shut, then verify in BIOS that the memory runs at 3200 MT/s instead of staying at a lower default speed.

What maintenance or replacement will this 16GB DDR4 3200 kit need over time?

No scheduled maintenance is required; keep the contacts clean and ensure case airflow stays adequate, and replace the module only if memory errors appear or a capacity upgrade is desired.

What limit appears first when this CL22 1.20V memory runs under sustained load?

The CAS latency of 22 cycles at 3200 MT/s sets the response-time floor, so latency-sensitive workloads hit that timing boundary before bandwidth or voltage headroom becomes a factor.

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