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nekko   09-21-2009 at 06:58:20 PM

What RAM should I get guys?

I want to get 4GB (2x2GB/DDR3) but I am not sure which to get.

I have come up with these two...

http://www.newegg.com/Product/Prod [...] 6820220347

http://www.newegg.com/Product/Prod [...] 6820144264


If you have any suggestions please say because I do not really know what to get.

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Bronze Motherboards badge GhislainG   09-21-2009 at 11:55:47 PM

It would help if we knew what motherboard and CPU you'll be using. The Patriot requires a lot of voltage and it isn't appropriate for a Core i5 system.

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OvrClkr   09-22-2009 at 10:31:17 PM

G.SKILL 4GB (2 x 2GB) 240-Pin DDR3 SDRAM DDR3 1600 (PC3 12800) Dual Channel Kit Desktop Memory Model F3-12800CL9D-4GBNQ - Retail
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Prod [...] 6820231193






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nekko   09-22-2009 at 10:32:44 PM

okay. please explain why too guys

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OvrClkr   09-22-2009 at 10:38:55 PM

1. Its on the compatability list.
2. What works for most
3. Made by G.Skill
4. Price includes shipping
5. need more?

------------------------------ 550 @ 4.0 Ghz 1.425v
BFG GTX 260 (216)
4GB G.Skill @ 960MHz
Thermaltake TP 850w
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Bronze Motherboards badge GhislainG   09-22-2009 at 10:39:25 PM

Same specs as the Patriot, but much lower voltage.

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OvrClkr   09-22-2009 at 10:44:07 PM

I dont do Patriot unless it is DDR2....

DDR3 is reserved for G.Skill/Corsair GT's/OCZ and Muskin =)

------------------------------ 550 @ 4.0 Ghz 1.425v
BFG GTX 260 (216)
4GB G.Skill @ 960MHz
Thermaltake TP 850w
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nekko   09-22-2009 at 10:46:27 PM

thanks man. just dont know much

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OvrClkr   09-22-2009 at 10:57:26 PM

no problem....

on a side note, the first pair of RAM you posted (Patriot) look like very good modules but do not know if they are supported by that board (Bios). Even though they have the same specs as the G.Skills you have to make sure they are compatible before you purchase.....


------------------------------ 550 @ 4.0 Ghz 1.425v
BFG GTX 260 (216)
4GB G.Skill @ 960MHz
Thermaltake TP 850w
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nekko   09-23-2009 at 06:02:50 AM

can you check to see if it is compatible for me please?

and what about the geil ram. ive herd it is good for oc and good ram

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OvrClkr   09-24-2009 at 10:37:07 PM

It's not on the list, it might be compatible but I dont think you want to take that risk...

I would go with the Red G.Skill's you will not see any difference in performance since all of the 1600's will run at the same speed.

------------------------------ 550 @ 4.0 Ghz 1.425v
BFG GTX 260 (216)
4GB G.Skill @ 960MHz
Thermaltake TP 850w
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nekko   09-24-2009 at 10:38:52 PM

what list are you reading from over clock? I cant seem to find one for the mobo

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OvrClkr   09-24-2009 at 10:45:54 PM

http://support.asus.com/download/d [...] uage=en-us

click on mobo/model/OS and you will have the option to download the PDF


Message edited by OvrClkr on 09-25-2009 at 04:22:05 PM
------------------------------ 550 @ 4.0 Ghz 1.425v
BFG GTX 260 (216)
4GB G.Skill @ 960MHz
Thermaltake TP 850w
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OvrClkr   09-24-2009 at 10:52:24 PM

my pleasure =)

------------------------------ 550 @ 4.0 Ghz 1.425v
BFG GTX 260 (216)
4GB G.Skill @ 960MHz
Thermaltake TP 850w
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deak   09-25-2009 at 05:32:14 AM

OvrClkr
What list are you refering too? I am looking to build an i5 machine and I think I selected an ok mobo
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Prod [...] 6813128400

Is there a list on gigabytes website?

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OvrClkr   09-25-2009 at 04:27:39 PM

Here yo go as well......

http://www.gigabyte.us/Products/Mo [...] uctID=3161

click on Memory Support List ......

------------------------------ 550 @ 4.0 Ghz 1.425v
BFG GTX 260 (216)
4GB G.Skill @ 960MHz
Thermaltake TP 850w
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deak   09-26-2009 at 05:53:45 AM

Thanks thats all you had to say.

To follow up I recall from reading threads that you want to buy the right clock speed. Or else its a waste of money ? I know I have simplified that statement but I do want to oc this board and processor at some point I just didn't know if i would also have to oc the memory. I was looking to buy 3gb but if i need 4 i'll get 4

Deak

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OvrClkr   09-26-2009 at 09:38:40 PM

If you have Xp there is no need to get more than 4GB, if you have Visa or 7 then you will be fine with anything around 4GB or above.

The memory does not need to be overclocked, if you want more speed from your ram then raise your FSB a bit but don't expect anything major...I have been able to overclock to 4Ghz w/o touching the ram, just FYI ....

------------------------------ 550 @ 4.0 Ghz 1.425v
BFG GTX 260 (216)
4GB G.Skill @ 960MHz
Thermaltake TP 850w
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deak   09-27-2009 at 01:40:17 AM

Since i can get a load of windows 7 for 20 bucks I plan on upgrading to 7 So I will buy 4gb of memory

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