Ballistix Tracer memory can be termed as high performance memory line up and is designed for performance enthusiasts especially for those who want high performance coupled with flash appeal. The Core i7 processors utilize the triple channel memory which is done with the help of three matched memory sticks dumping the traditional pairs for dual channel memory.

The ballistix range of performance delivering memory modules features advanced speed grades, integrated aluminum heat spreaders and low latency figures. Ballistix tracer memory features a black PCB and integrated heat spreaders, and one or maybe two rows of LED lights of green or blue or both colors atop the module, that circulate in a random pattern based on memory utilization.

Packaging – crucial has always been about normal packaging avoiding all fancy packaging which affects the overall cost. The packaging involves a cigar banded bundle and avoids hermetic sealing.

The module has a color changing effect and looks a different shade at every angle.

Features - VDD = VDDQ = +1.65V +/- 0.075V, VDDSPD = +3.0V to +3.6V, exclusively designed for high performance systems, RoHS compliant, Fly-by topology, Serial Presence-Detect (SPD) EEPROM, Adjustable data-output drive strength, Critical performance parameters tested for functionality, Adjustable data-output drive strength. The crucial Ballistix Tracer has a fixed burst length 8 (BL8) and 4 (BC4) burst chop which is done via mode register.

The memory is rated at DDR3-1600 8-8-8-24. The memory has everything one can expect from a triple channel kit from crucial. It looks good with the flashy LED lights that make an appearance that the computer is actually thinking. The DDR3 6GB works well and have a flexibility of a high level. Some might say that the crucial ballistix tracer is a bit pricy and wit some unimpressive overclocking results, but still it’s a sharp looking, quality product from Crucial and is really worthy to have for enthusiasts.