Category Archives: Memory Reviews

Stunning in all the right ways (A review on the G.Skill Trident Z RGB)

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G.Skill Trident Z RGB

Nothing makes a PC build look finished like a sleek kit of DDR4 RAM. Well, G.Skill has you covered with their Trident Z RGB.  They are praised for their overclocking capabilities while still staying stable. Complete with aluminum heat spreaders and RGB lighting. 

Specifications

  • Capacity: 32GB (2x16GB)
  • Speed: DDR4 3200
  • Type: 288 Pin DDR4 SDRAM
  • CAS Latency: 16
  • Non-ECC
  • Unbuffered
  • Dual Channel Kit
  • Access time: 5 ns
  • Voltage: 1.35V

Our Testing

We decided that we needed to see this for our own eyes and got us the 32 GB kit of two 16 GB sticks. Out of the box, it feels sleek and gives off the finished look with its RGB on top. We decided to hook it up to a Gigabyte Aorus X470 Gaming 7 motherboard to get the most out of its overclocking capabilities. It is good to mention now that G.Skill has a limited lifetime warranty on all of their RAM until they stop manufacturing the RAM in question. It ran smoothly with little to no problems even with overclocking it.

Don’t just take our word for it. On newegg, the product has an average of 4 eggs overall with the lowest rating for it being 3 eggs. 


Pros: – The Asus AiSuite3 software automatically detected the timing profile and configured it to run at 3200 Mhz as advertised. Or just go to the BIOS and turn on XMP. I’ve had my system running stable at this clock speed for over 2 weeks. 
– Beautiful RGB as everyone expects.
– It’s cheaper than buying the 8 GB module (4 x 8), leaving room to upgrade to 64 GB.
Cons: – Nothing to complain.
Other Thoughts: Recommend to anyone who just want to turn on XMP in the BIOS and be done with it at 3200 Mhz.

Quentin H.

Note: This review is part of a classroom project.

References

Newegg

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Kingston ValueRAM 8GB

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The Kingston ValueRAM 8GB would be an excellent addition to your home motherboard. Kingston is a technology corporation that deals with memory products and is based out of Fountain Valley, California. It was founded by John TU and David Sun (Wikipedia). It is a highly respected corporation, especially when it comes to memory products. 

 

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Specifications 

  • Non-Parity
  • Non-ECC
  • Channels: Single
  • CAS Latency: 17
  • Type: 288-pin 2400
  • Access Time: 7 Ns

ValueRAM’s KVR24N17S8/8 is a 1G x 64-bit(8GB) DDR4-2400 CL17 SDRAM (Synchronous DRAM), 1Rx8,memory module, based on eight 1G x 8-bit FBGA components. TheSPD is programmed to JEDEC standard latency DDR4-2400 timing of17-17-17 at 1.2V. Each 288-pin DIMM uses gold contact fingers. Theelectrical and mechanical specifications are as follows

This Kingston ValueRAM 8GB is very fast for a home motherboard. Its CAS Latency is 17, which will help your computer move extremely fast. It is also fairly cheap, considering how good of memory it is. You can buy this memory for $70.28 on Newegg. It would be a great choice of RAM if you are wanting a fast computer that will not have to stores a ton of stuff on it. This RAM is only one stick of 8GB. It does not have an abundance of storage, so it would be perfect for a home motherboard. If you are looking to upgrade your home PC memory, then the Kingston ValueRAM 8GB is the memory for you. 

 Note:  This review is part of a classroom project.

References

https://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=9SIA1K68157962
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Kingston_Technology
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Kingston ValueRAM

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Kingston Technologies is a huge company in the production of SSDs, USB Sticks and RAM. This review focuses on the RAM part of Kingston, specifically their “Value RAM”. This line of RAM is, as shown in the name, a great value for Business and Home use. This specific stick of RAM is best for home use.

(1 x 8 GB Stick)

This RAM is great for both home and business use. When I installed this and tested it, it worked perfectly for web browsing and using Microsoft Office. Using this stick for gaming wouldn’t be horrible either, but not the absolute best due to the stick not having any heat spreaders and the slower speed when compared to other RAM you can buy. Not to mention this doesn’t look the greatest either, but if it’s inside a home PC it won’t be very noticeable.

I have talked a little about my experience with using the RAM now onto the specifications.

Generation:DDR4

Speed:2133

CAS Latency:15

Size: 8 GB

Access Time: 7 NS

ECC: Non-ECC

Image result for kingston valueram in a pc

In my eyes, this RAM would be great for multipurpose use. There are also other people who have had similar experiances.

Declan K

Pros: Cheap, quality ram with no unnecessary frills that a regular user like I wouldn’t notice or need such as the few degrees cooler ram with a heatsink runs or extra mhz that doesn’t make a difference for the average user

Cons: Aesthetics would be my only negative however I knew what I was buying and it isn’t visible in my case anyway, not that I believe aethetics are very important as after the first few days of having my computer i barely look at it anyway

Other Thoughts: Greatly recommend I personally bought 2 sticks for dual channel 16gb great performance came sufficiently packaged and a lifetime warranty would highly recommend

This RAM would be great for home and possible business use. I would highly recommend this to anyone who want to build a PC for a low price.

Note:  This review is part of a classroom project.

WORK CITED

K, Declan. “All Reviews.” Newegg, 1 Dec. 2016, www.newegg.com/profile/reviews/eFdxN2h6dFhVSURSa3p6bmFNWE11YjUzWjRpMTdDZHU=.

“Kingston ValueRAM.” Newegg, 18004memory, www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=9SIAB0Z7HS1636&Description=Kingston%2BRAM&cm_re=Kingston_RAM-_-20-242-187-_-Product&recaptcha=pass.

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G.SKILL Ripjaws V DDR4 32GB (8GBx4)

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So I am writing about G.SKILL’s Ripjaws v Gaming ram. I wanted some thing cheap and effective for my computer, so this is the choice I made. This ram has a speed of  2133 MHz. It also has dual-channel architecture and a clock latency of 15, that is pretty good when you have 4 sticks of ram. Finally I have 4 sticks of 8 GB  (32 GB) which is plenty for a gaming computer.

So to test my new set up I started by playing A popular MMO I enjoy playing. I started easy but started to push it a little bit, I started playing the game and running videos (music) in the background. Even playing a few videos in the background while playing the game, the computer could still handle it. It was after I started running more the three videos and a couple more applications it tarted to have a hard time. That is when I decided that too much music is too much, and called it quits. 

 I think that this ram is excellent, four sticks for $180.00 is a pretty good deal for any build it yourself gamer. So if you want good performance ram this is a good way to get what you want for a good price. G.SKILL has been a leading manufacture of good efficient ram. So for those who want a deal on ram G.SKILL is the way to go. So go enjoy learning and building a computer and, I hope you learn something from what you’ve read.  

This is part of a school Project.

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When Elegance Meets Performance. (A review on the Corsair Dominator Platinum)

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If you have a top of the line PC nothing can put the cherry on top like some good sticks of RAM. Even though it is not thought of as the biggest price point in any build you definitely do not want to sell yourself short in the RAM department. Corsair has been on top of its game lately by making some of the highest quality of RAM on the market for your special rig.

The 32 GB total in 4 Sticks. 

Right out of the gate you can probably assume that this is not something you want to put in Suzy’s computer at the office. This is formally built for the best of the best rigs and should be treated as the such. With a hefty proce tag of over $500 you get what you pay for out of each stick of RAM. This is proven by the specs

Check them listed out here below:

Generation: 4th 
Speed: 3333 Mhz (PC4 26600)
Memory Size: 32 GB (4 x 8)
Cas Latency: 16
Channel Support: Quad
Voltage: 1.35V
Access Time: 4.8 NS 
ECC: Non-ECC

To check out more specifications here is a link to corsairs website https://www.corsair.com/us/en/Categories/Products/Memory/DOMINATOR%C2%AE-PLATINUM-32GB-%284-x-8GB%29-DDR4-DRAM-3333MHz-C16-Memory-Kit/p/CMD32GX4M4B3333C16

Oh and not to mention…. It comes with its own RGB fan mount to keep your RAM looking stylish and fast

What the Ram + Heat-sink looks like on a motherboard

My word and specs not enough?

Check out some reviews (Via Newegg)


“Dominator is the only memory I EVER choose for my computers. The best out there.”
~Steven P.

“Building my own gaming/utility PC. I wanted the best and this was selected as one of the best options according to several reviews.”
~Andrew M.

If you would like to read up on more reviews from Newegg check out the following link: https://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16820236168

In conclusion this is RAM I would endorse. It is fit for most use cases and if you have the kind of money to blow on this kind of RAM most of the times it will serve you and your rig wonders.

Note: This was apart of a classroom project

Works Cited:

“Dominator Platnium.” Corsair 32 GB, Insider | Newegg Newegg Insider, www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=9SIAG7R7DW9500&Description=corsair%2Bdominator%2Bplatinum&cm_re=corsair_dominator_platinum-_-20-233-973-_-Product.

“RETAILERS.” Corsair, www.corsair.com/us/en/Categories/Products/Memory/DOMINATOR%C2%AE-PLATINUM-32GB-%284-x-8GB%29-DDR4-DRAM-3333MHz-C16-Memory-Kit/p/CMD32GX4M4B3333C16.

Soderstrom, Thomas. “Corsair Dominator Platinum Special Edition 4x8GB DDR4-3333 Review: Speed & Polish.” Tom’s Hardware, Tom’s Hardware, 15 June 2018, www.tomshardware.com/reviews/corsair-dominator-platinum-ddr4-3466-memory,5583.html.



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Review of the Corsair Vengeance LPX

<![CDATA[Corsair is one of the world’s leading providers of PC components. Corsair produces top of the line cutting edge SSDs, along with PC cases, PC and CPU cooling solutions. Under their gaming brand, they produce mice, mouse mats, keyboards, headsets. They have a global operations infrastructure with multiple distribution channels, partnerships, and great marketing in over 60 countries worldwide.
I used their very own Corsair Vengeance LPX memory kit in my PC for home use, equipped with my Biostar TB250-BTC motherboard.

The Corsair Vengeance LPX specifications:

  • 4 GB
  • 288 pins
  • DDR4 2400 (PC4 19200)
  • Single Channel
  • Cas latency of 14
  • An access time of 5.83 nanoseconds

I bought this RAM at a great price of $60.74 at Newegg! According to PC World they give this a 4.5 out of 5 expert rating. 
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My Review of the 500 GB Western Digital SSD

<![CDATA[Western Digital is all about quality products, being the first manufacturer to offer mainstream ATA HDDs in 2001. Since then they have been about delivering only the best to their customers
The 500 GB SSD I put into my home PC makes my PC runs great, and according to the reviews on Newegg other people think so too.  “Faster response time”, “very easy to install”, “Spot-on performance for a late-model SATA SSD”

The specifications for this SSD are as follows:

  • 500 GB capacity
  • Read and Write speeds up to 560 and 530 MBps
  • Mean time before failure is up to 1.75 million hours
  • A limited warranty of 3 years

I bought this SSD off of Newegg for just $129.99! 
I would recommend this SSD to anyone looking for a good performance out of their SSD for their time and money!

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G.SKILL Ripjaws X Series Desktop Memory Model F3-17000CL9D-8GBXM

<![CDATA[*This is apart of a classroom experiment.
This Ripjaws X Series 2 X 4GB Model is an excellent addition to your business computer. This ram is made by G.SKILL which is a very well known company for their memory they produce. It is fast for the fairly low price. No I would not recommend putting this into a gaming PC of yours however it works great for an everyday PC.

Here are the specs for the memory in which we are reviewing:
  • Capacity of this motherboard is 8GB (2 x 4GB)The memory sticks are 240-Pin DDR3 SDRAM. The memory is DDR3 2133 megahertz (PC3 17000). CAS Latency is low at 9. The following is the timing as well, 9-11-10-28 It requires 1.65 volts of power to run smoothly. The memory is non-ECC as well as non-parity. The memory is dual channel maximum. The memory is always very appealing to the eye with its blue color. It only comes with the stylish heat spreader to upgrade the performance.

 

  • One of the most impressive things for this memory is how fast it is for the price. The access time for this memory is 4.2914 nanoseconds. That is a very fast access time for the memory only costing $77.99. Another bonus for this memory is that it has a heat spreader which helps keep the memory cool which will help the memory preform at its highest capability.

 

  • The memory works very well for your everyday business PC. It is DDR3 so make sure that it is suitable for your motherboard. One suitable motherboard for this memory is this ECS AMD Motherboard Supported A55F2P-M2(V1.0). I recommend this memory and worked very well for me.

http://www.ecs.com.tw/ECSWebSite/Product/Product_Overview.aspx?DetailID=1528&CategoryID=1&DetailName=Feature&MenuID=12&LanID=0
https://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16820231476
https://www.gskill.com/en/]]>

CORSAIR Vengeance LPX Review

<![CDATA[Corsair has been a memory manufacture since 1994 and has produced some of the top line peripherals for computers. The company’s headquarters is located in Fremont, California and has a recorder number of around 800 employees in 2012. I will be reviewing one of their products: The Vengeance LPX RAM.

This is a fast RAM designed for the GIGABYTE GA-AB350-GAMING 3 motherboard and similar motherboards. The specifications of this motherboard requires 4×288pin DDR4 2667* / 2400 / 2133. The memory we are reviewing has a speed of 2667* since it’s the maximum speed this motherboard can handle. I found the memory when scrolling through TomsHardware and seen its overclocking capabilities and lower cost.
 
Specifications:

  • Generation: DDR4
  • Storage: (2x8GB)
  • Speed: 2666MH/z
  • 288 PIN SDRAM
  • CAS Latency: 16 (72ns)
  • Timing: 16-18-18-35
  • Voltage: 1.5 V
  • Non-ECC
  • Bandwidth: 14,888 MB/s (Passmark)
  • Supports Dual Channel

 
The Corsair Vengeance LPX did exactly what it was advertised to. Its overclocking capability was amazing for its low price and its native speed meets the minimum requirements for gaming. The Vengeance LPX 2666 outdid its 3000 MH/z competition which is surprising for its low price of $189.99 for 2×8 GB Sticks. The Vengeance LPX performed amazing in most games like Battlefield 1 and had a higher rating than its competitive counterparts which could be due to its lower timing and CAS Latency.

“Our Vengeance LPX DDR4-2666 16GB quad-channel kit provides better overclocking at a lower-price than its “value-priced” DDR4-3000 competition.”-TomsHardware
“the Corsair Vengeance LPX 2666MHz kit of RAM is a solid offering into the new world of DDR4.”-play3r
Note:  This review is part of a classroom project.
References:
https://play3r.net/reviews
http://www.tomshardware.com/reviews
http://www.corsair.com/en-us#
https://www.passmark.com/
 
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Kingston HyperX Fury RAM Review

<![CDATA[Kingston Technology It is the largest independent producer of DRAM memory modules, currently owning 64% of the third-party worldwide DRAM module market share. (Wikipedia)
I was looking for the FASTEST* RAM I could find for the MSI B350 PC MATE. I had done some extensive research on good, reliable, and fast RAM. Through this research I came acrossed the HyperX Fury RAM by Kingston Technoloy

Some specifications of this RAM is:

  • Amount of RAM: 8GB (2×4)
  • Speed in MHz: 2400
  • Generation: DDR4
  • Parity/ECC: No
  • CAS Lantency: 15
  • Access Time: 6.25ns

After using the RAM for an extensive amount of time, I am able to say that I am impressed. For the low price of $101.99, I can say  that this RAM is at the higher end of the spectrum when it come to looking for high end RAM for a lower price. With the high speeds that it can handle, and the low price, I can safely give Kingston’s DDR4 HyperX Fury RAM a 8.5/10.
 
NOTE: This is part of a classroom project.
 
Links:
https://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?item=N82E16820104566
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Kingston_Technology]]>