Crucial desktop memory

Boost your PC performance in minutes

 Crucial Memory

Extend your PC’s life with Crucial memory

Boost performance and reliability with desktop upgrades

Reduce load times

Drastically reduce PC game load times and jump into the action faster than your opponents — the difference between clutching the round or getting caught off guard.

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Boost performance

Desktop memory upgrades ensure smoother gameplay and faster app responsiveness whether you're running demanding creative software or deep into the newest game release. Stay in the zone without interruptions.

Boost performance

Multitask without limits

Juggle dozens of browser tabs and edit high-res photos with ease. Crucial desktop memory assists in switching between tasks seamlessly without slowing down your system — or you.

Multitask without limits

Future-proof your computer

Stay ready for tomorrow’s software demands with DDR5 memory. You’ll enjoy higher bandwidth, better efficiency and confidence for your next big project.

Future proof your computer

Handle files with ease

Desktop memory gives you the bandwidth to open, modify and save massive files without a hitch. Let your tools work as fast as your ideas.

Handle files with ease

Desktop memory key features

DDR5 takes performance to the next level with blazing fast speeds, improved power efficiency and advanced features like on-die ECC and dual-channel architecture. DDR5 is ideal for next-gen gaming, content creation and professional workloads.

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DDR4 delivers higher data transfer rates with improved bandwidth for faster performance over DDR3 while operating at just 1.2V to reduce power consumption and heat. DDR4 supports up to 64GB per module and enhanced error correction.

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Crucial desktop memory accelerates data transfer between your CPU and RAM to reduce load times, boost frame rates and keep your system responsive. Faster memory keeps everything running smoothly.

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Desktop memory is designed to match your system’s motherboard and processor to ensure reliable performance and easy installation. Crucial helps boost your system without the guesswork using our System Scanner or Upgrade Selector tools.

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Upgrade your PC with ultra-fast memory for any need

Gamers

Unleash peak performance and crush lag with high-speed desktop memory engineered for domination. Enjoy smoother multitasking, faster frame rates and ultra-responsive gameplay with RAM built for battle.

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Creatives

Bring your artistic visions to life with high-performance desktop memory designed for creators. Render faster, edit smoother and multitask like a pro with memory that keeps up with your imagination.

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Businesses

Power through demanding workloads with desktop memory built for business. Accelerate data analysis, streamline multitasking and boost productivity with memory that keeps up with your ambition.

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Guaranteed Compatibility

Our trusted tools help you find compatible upgrades in seconds

Upgrade Selector

Guided selection of your system from our comprehensive list of computers.

System Scanner

The fastest, easiest way to improve system performance.

Desktop FAQs

 

Need some guidance? We answer common questions about desktop memory to help you understand their benefits and how they can improve your everyday tasks.

There are a couple ways to determine which DDR generation your motherboard uses. You can either manually examine the RAM sockets on your motherboard, check the specifications with your motherboard manufacturer or run a RAM compatibility checker.

To learn more, visit our article on how to check RAM compatibility.

No, you cannot put DDR5 RAM into a DDR4 slot. DDR5 and DDR4 memory have a different number of pins and a different notch placement in addition to different electrical specifications which make them incompatible.

DIMM stands for Dual In-line Memory Module and is a type of memory module.

DDR5 memory is significantly faster than DDR4, with speeds up to 6,000MT/s compared to DDR4's typical 3,200MT/s. This translates to a potential bandwidth increase of up to 50% or more. To learn more, visit our article on RAM generations.

RAM is your computer's short-term memory. Whether you're using a desktop, laptop or tablet, they'll all have RAM to store short-term data that your device requires to operate correctly. The latest RAM technology is DDR5.

Additional resources


  1. Crucial DDR5 desktop memory modules (UDIMMs) can reach rated speeds with Intel XMP 3.0 or most AMD EXPOTM turned on in the UEFI/BIOS settings. Applicable for all Crucial DDR5 desktop memory (UDIMM) modules except Crucial DDR5-4800 desktop memory, which supports only Intel® XMP 3.0. Based on published competitor specs for DDR5 memory as of August 2023. Altering clock frequency or voltage beyond rated speeds of 6,400MT/s and timing of 38-40-40-84 at 1.35V may result in damage to computer components and will void your Crucial warranty. Micron disclaims all liability for such damage. 

  2. Densities are defined by JEDEC for the life of the DDR5 generation of memory.