Crucial Blog
What Happens When You Mix and Match DRAM?
September 10, 2020
Can you mix and match DRAM with different generations, speed, latency, voltage, or manufacturers?
PC Building Basics: 3 Computer Upgrade Tips for Beginners
October 14, 2020
For those of us who are less than tech inclined, the prospect of cracking open an expensive computer can be an intimidating challenge.
Ballistix scores third DDR4 overclocking world record at 6024MT/s
September 10, 2020
The win marks the third time Ballistix has climbed to the top of the super competitive overclocking leaderboard in recent months.
Micron Insight recap: Ballistix Elite DDR4 world record, Crucial X8, and more
September 10, 2020
This year’s Micron® Insight event was one for the record books. We scored a new DDR4 world record of 6054.4MT/s, announced our new Crucial® X8 portable SSD, and more.
How Designers Use Light and Color to Make Great Games
April 20, 2020
From Myst to Overwatch: how color and light breathe life into video games.
Why Universities are Embracing Esports
April 20, 2020
Don’t be surprised when esports elbows—or button-mashes—its way into becoming one of the most popular collegiate sports.
Gaming on the Autism Spectrum
April 20, 2020
Countless studies have debated the issue, but there are clear benefits to gaming that can counterbalance any negatives, if encouraged and monitored.
CES recap: Next gen Crucial Ballistix gaming memory line unveiled
April 20, 2020
The Crucial Ballistix and Crucial Ballistix MAX lines feature high-quality Micron die, brilliant RGB, and dynamic heat spreaders for maximum performance.
Chasing the speedrunner’s holy grail: Super Mario 64
October 14, 2020
Speedrunning keeps gaining popularity, thanks in part to a Super Mario 64 contest created by YouTuber EZScape and Crucial's donation to the $10,000 bounty.
8 Hot Job Skills for 2020
April 20, 2020
When it comes to your favorite RPG, MOBA, or FPS game, everyone knows that the more you play, the better you get. But what if your mad skills in League of Legends or Escape from Tarkov benefitted you outside the battlefield? What if they helped you improve the in-demand soft skills employers are looking for in 2020?
Kids and Gaming
June 23, 2020
For those of us who have never delved into the world of gaming ourselves, the idea of introducing our kids to it can seem daunting. To help make the prospect fun instead of fearsome, here are some tips for getting your kid in the game.
Shellback Tech gives back to Disabled Veterans and First Responders
June 23, 2020
Shellback Tech is a 501(c)(3) organization that creates custom one-of-a-kind gaming/streaming computers for disabled veterans and first responders.
Micron engineering + tuning = Legendary RAM | Crucial
October 12, 2020
Discover how Micron engineering and tuning creates the ultimate legendary gaming RAM.
What’s the most cost-effective PC upgrade? | Crucial
October 12, 2020
Want to know what the most cost effective PC upgrade is? Learn more from Crucial, the legend of memory and storage.
Interruption: The enemy of creative professionals
October 14, 2020
As creative professionals, being forced out of concentration can negatively impact creativity, performance, and retention of ideas
How Technology Leveled Up the Music Game
October 10, 2020
The tech evolution has reshaped the way artists produce songs and how you consume them.
How Does the Human Brain Compare to a Computer?
April 20, 2020
We live in a world where computers can outperform humans at chess, Go, and even Jeopardy.
12 Tips to Survive Photo Storage Overload in a Selfie World
April 20, 2020
Photographs are uniquely magical, capable of capturing both the transient and transcendent details of a fleeting moment in our lives. A few decades ago, they were relatively rare too.
Connect with your kids, assemble a PC
October 13, 2020
There has never been a better time to build or upgrade a PC with your family, with all the resources on the internet, you have a unique way of connecting with your kids today.
Stretch your tax refund with these cost-effective PC upgrades
April 23, 2020
Thinking of upgrading your PC this tax season? Here are four improvements for your PC that will dramatically improve your system’s performance without breaking the bank.
Tips for staying productive and sane while working from home
September 26, 2020
Working from home can be an adjustment. Here's how setting up a proper workstation, upgrading your PC, and finding a routine maximizes productivity.
The Tech Decade in Review
July 06, 2020
Crucial reviews major tech advances in the past decade, including the rise of streaming, big data, and better video games--all related to RAM and SSDs.
Streaming tips from Twitch pros Hafu and ProfessorBroman
October 14, 2020
Building you Twitch audience? Here’s a few tips from pros @Professorbroman and @itshafu about connecting with viewers and dialing in your hardware.
The 3-2-1 Backup Rule
July 06, 2020
Whether you’re storing personal memories or professional information, you need to have a plan to safeguard against files loss. Keep your data safe and restore your peace of mind with the 3-2-1 backup rule.
How QLC NAND streamlines machine learning applications
April 20, 2020
QLC has become the flash memory of choice for a number of different use cases, including video streaming, real-time analytics, and big data applications. In particular, QLC provides massive benefits to machine learning applications, making the processing workflow faster and easier than ever before.
Crucial X8 offers peace of mind for travelers
October 15, 2020
Whether you pack heavy or light – travel the world or take weekend getaways – the Crucial X8 gives travelers security, convenience, and peace of mind while on the go.
The 4 advantages of portable SSDs for photographers and videographers
October 15, 2020
In years past, creatives had to rely on small SD cards or portable HDDs to capture their work. But now, with the advent of portable SSDs, you can store, protect, and transport your files faster and easier than ever before.
How scientists & climate research data survive brutal weather conditions
April 20, 2020
When scientists traversed the Greenland ice sheet collecting data on climate change, Crucial SSDs weathered the brutal conditions to bring the precious data home.