A reminder on cost vs performance DDR3 memory

[joshx78]

I just ordered me G.SKILL 6GB (3 x 2GB) 240-Pin DDR3 SDRAM DDR3 1600 recently, for 105$ from newegg.

While reading the reviews I was reminded to step back sometimes. Someone made a post: "runs well at 8-8-8-21 at 1440mhz with 1.55v also". The memory runs stock at 9-9-9-24 and is $90+ cheaper than most the other 6GB packs. I wanted to get a 4GB pack of mushkin because the timings were a lot better, but again that was $150 and 2GB less..

I guess I just wanted to remind everyone to think backwards sometimes it can save you money.

(Oh yeah, plus the shipping was free ^_^)

[Smart]

no... it's just that G.skill owns, great/good enough performance + great prices that not even the mighty corsair recognizes.

glad you like your new ram, but why get triple channel ram on an AM3 board?

[alphaphotek]

Yea I started out with Corsair, but once I discovered g.skill, it was awesome performance for a low buck!

[wlw_wl]

Sadly G.Skill is heavily overpriced here, so have to stick with Patriots (G.Skill is 20% more $$$)
Maybe someday, somewhere...

[itsb1again]

Had to RMA a Gskill 2 GB stick. Support is pretty much non-existant.. it's your responsibility to do everything and then ... wait...

however after I mailed my memory, i received a new one in about 1.5 weeks later. Lifetime warranty so I can't complain.

I would def recommend them to anyone.

[pimp_gimp]

Yes, G-Skill owns, I use to run all Crucial ram, then switched to G-Skill on one of my last builds, and have stayed with them ever since (great price + performance ratio).

[Tat3]

Those G.Skill's at first post are now $134.99.

Mushkin Enhanced Blackline 6GB (3 x 2GB) 240-Pin DDR3 SDRAM DDR3 1600 for $5 more.

[Paul L]

G.Skill are making some nice stuff at an affordable price right now.
I'm looking at G.Skill's ECO 2x2GB PC3-12800 1600Mhz DDR3 kits.
Can't see it in stock in any online shops at the moment... well I've got
a week or two until I take the plunge. I do like the look of these due to
their low power needs & overclocking potential.

I'm about to order/get the following within 2 weeks:-
CPU = AMD Phenom 2 Quad-Core AM3-965 Black Edition. (C3 revision).
MOBO = GIGABYTE GA-790FXTA-UD5. (For the new tech really USB3 & SATA3)
HSF = Scythe Mugen 2-HSF. (Seems the best for the job)

I just haven't made my mind up on the ram yet because if I choose
wisely I could possibly get.. Gulp 8 Gigs of the stuff!
But I need to find out if it's possible to dual channel four sticks with
the 965BE ? (me I.. erm. I know not right now).
I've just started to do my research. I know the C3 revision of the 965 has a
more stable memory controller that allows it to use the 1T command rate
over 4 sticks, just not sure about the ‘Dual Channel‘ option.
Is it possible? Or do I have to stick with 2x 2GB sticks? (Must do more searching)

Anyway these sticks seem to be really good value
I found some info on them, which I’ll share with the following links.
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Tech Connect Magazine

G.Skill readies the ECO series DDR3 memory kits
http://www.**********.info/comments....=30267&catid=2

(The above hyperlink is censored for some reason that I'm unaware of)
(If you must go there look at the underscores above note the letters .- )
(they sit under & use them in place of the above hyperlinks ********** . )


G.Skill has now revealed the first products in its new ECO memory line,
six dual channel memory kits for Intel Lynnfield-based systems
(AM3 PCs should work great with these too).
Coming only in 2 x 2GB configurations, the ECO kits feature modules that
operate at 1.35V - less compared to other Lynnfield kits (1.65V) and
JEDEC-standard DDR3 memory (1.5V), and produce 16% lower temperatures.

The ECO kits are set to become available 'soon' and feature the following
specs:

- 4GB (2GB x 2) PC3-10600 | 1333 MHz | 9-9-9-24 (latencies) | 1.35V
- 4GB (2GB x 2) PC3-10600 | 1333 MHz | 8-8-8-24 | 1.35V
- 4GB (2GB x 2) PC3-10600 | 1333 MHz | 7-7-7-21 | 1.35V
- 4GB (2GB x 2) PC3-12800 | 1600 MHz | 9-9-9-24 | 1.35V
- 4GB (2GB x 2) PC3-12800 | 1600 MHz | 8-8-8-24 | 1.35V
- 4GB (2GB x 2) PC3-12800 | 1600 MHz | 7-8-7-24 | 1.35V

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These really aren't too shabby by any stretch of the imagination. Just
look at the electricity requirement... Wow that means they’ll run cool, bonus!
I reckon they look good too, though that's not important but the overclockability
is stunning. With Google I found an Xtreme Systems' Forum thread on them:-
G.Skill 2x2GB PC3-12800 1600Mhz-787 F3-12800CL7D 4GBECO!

In this thread some guys are testing the qUwrap out of them. Really interesting results.
They got up to the following speed/latencies.

Max "SuperPi 32M" stable with 1.64v on bios and air is 2125Mhz.
4 GB - 2125Mhz - Cas. 6-9-6-28-88 - 1t - 1.64v

The UK price from MemoryC.com for a 4GB kit is £99.83 !!!!
(Two kits is a possibility for me.. Meaning 8Gigs.. lol)

There is a full review @ Fudzilla G.Skill ECO 1600 PC3 12800 review test
Just thought I’d share this new stuff due to its low power usage, Overclockability
and price. Now I have to find out if they’re any good to go into my next rig & to
find out when some shop will have them in stock. Just a shame G.Skills website
is down at the moment.

[Frog_Smoker]

Originally Posted by Tat3

Those G.Skill's at first post are now $134.99.

Mushkin Enhanced Blackline 6GB (3 x 2GB) 240-Pin DDR3 SDRAM DDR3 1600 for $5 more.

Those G.Skill's at first post are now $169.99.

Mushkin Enhanced Blackline 6GB (3 x 2GB) 240-Pin DDR3 SDRAM DDR3 1600 for $20 more

[bfburkejr]

Someday I'll Fill out my MoBOwith ddr3 1600 registered ram and have 256gig and turn off virtual memory for good!Of course I am also saving for 2 - 16 core high performance Interlagos(Bulldozer)6282SE cpu's...i need to play the lottery more...

[DSparil]

A decent performance option at a good price point that is often overlooked is the PNY XLR8 DDR3 1600 ram. I read many reviews on that RAM before picking it up for my system, and I haven't been sorry. Good price for performance RAM! It may not overclock as high as some of the rest, but it handles tight timings well and was at a good price.

[allesclar]

Cost vs performance. Thats a funny one, just upgraded the memory in my laptop to 16GB for £60 plus the 8GB will probably sell for £30.

Cant remember the last time i paid over £100 for some memory.

[Mufflore]

This thread is over 3 years old and its been 1.5 years since the last post before DSparil found it, sigh.