A Closer Look

The Ballistix Tactical DIMMs have a fantastic look to them in my opinion. Their dark gray aesthetics will deftly blend into almost any system, and because they aren't very tall, will be compatible with nearly any aftermarket CPU cooler. As is usual for all memory, one side will have some labels, while the other just simply looks great.


We will always find two labels on Ballistix DIMMs; one for Crucial's internal batch tracking and another that denotes the DIMMs specifications; timings, speed, and voltage are listed.


On the other side, we find a Ballsitix logo in the middle, and a small logo on one end that references just exactly who made the memory. Crucial is pretty much the only company that makes the memory from start to finish, taking parent company Micron's ICs, screening them, assembling them on PCBs, and sending them out the door to your local retailer.


I always check the ends of DIMMs, looking for any identifying information that might help overclockers in their pursuit of maximum performance.


Unfortunately, I did not find anything at all on these Ballistix DIMMs.


Taking a look at one of the sticks on their own really highlights the design that goes into all Ballistix DIMMs; they truly are made to be one of the best options you can get.


Even the heatsink is simple, yet effective. You can see the metal covers are thin and allow for a lot of airflow should you have them installed into your PC and live in one of the warmer regions around the globe. No need for flashy extras here; there's just pure engineering goodness.