Is this a good deal for RAM I bought?

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BlueHandDan

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CPU: Intel Core i5-4670K 3.4GHz Quad-Core Processor ($199.99 @ Microcenter)
CPU Cooler: Cooler Master Hyper 212 Plus 76.8 CFM Sleeve Bearing CPU Cooler ($24.99 @ NCIX US)
Motherboard: Gigabyte GA-Z87X-UD4H ATX LGA1150 Motherboard ($58.42 @ Amazon)
Memory: G.Skill Ripjaws X Series 8GB (2 x 4GB) DDR3-2133 Memory (Purchased For $0.00)
Storage: Western Digital Caviar Blue 1TB 3.5" 7200RPM Internal Hard Drive ($59.98 @ Outlet PC)
Video Card: EVGA GeForce GTX 760 2GB Video Card ($254.99 @ NCIX US)
Case: NZXT Phantom 410 (Black) ATX Mid Tower Case ($84.50 @ Amazon)
Power Supply: SeaSonic 620W 80 PLUS Bronze Certified ATX12V / EPS12V Power Supply ($88.98 @ SuperBiiz)
Optical Drive: Lite-On iHAS124-04 DVD/CD Writer ($17.98 @ Outlet PC)
Monitor: Asus VX238H 23.0" Monitor ($177.64 @ TigerDirect)
Total: $967.47
(Prices include shipping, taxes, and discounts when available.)
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Here is this ram I purchased for 50 bucks. Here is the setup I am planning on buying.

http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16820231654

I am wondering if I should return it. Was this a good deal for 50 bucks?

I know also there is a voltage issue with it being 1.6, but I believe it is so small of difference it will not matter any thoughts?
 
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Not sure where others are getting their incorrect info, but:

Voltage - Intel recommends 1.5 -1.55 DRAM with CPU at stock, which is effect is for DRAM 1866 and below, 2133 and above generally requires a slight OC of the CPU and 1.6-1.65 DRAM is fine.

The 1333-1600 really perplexes me as the mobo itself is clearly rated for up to 3000 sticks, with a 4670K though you will prob see a realistic limit of 2666, maybe 2800

The sticks are a great set, you got them at a great price and yes they will run at 2133, so congrats!

Let us know how you like 'em ;)
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Well according to the compatibility notes on PCPartPicker you should be getting 1.5v ram instead of 1.6v. Being a good deal or not is mute if the ram does not work correctly with the rest of the hardware you have picked. I have not built any Haswell rigs yet so I really cant say but if intel recommends 1.5v ram that is what I would use.

Your best bet would be to get ram compatible with Haswell and if that is 1.5v that is what I would get.
 
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BlueHandDan

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I believe the recommended is 1.575 which 1.6 is such a small difference it would not matter. For someone with experience with using a higher voltage is there any DON'Ts I should avoid?

 
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Not sure where others are getting their incorrect info, but:

Voltage - Intel recommends 1.5 -1.55 DRAM with CPU at stock, which is effect is for DRAM 1866 and below, 2133 and above generally requires a slight OC of the CPU and 1.6-1.65 DRAM is fine.

The 1333-1600 really perplexes me as the mobo itself is clearly rated for up to 3000 sticks, with a 4670K though you will prob see a realistic limit of 2666, maybe 2800

The sticks are a great set, you got them at a great price and yes they will run at 2133, so congrats!

Let us know how you like 'em ;)
 
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