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I am getting ready to order the last few parts for my new build and I am having trouble deciding on which memory to get.

Should I order two sets of this:
OCZ Platinum 6GB (3 x 2GB) 240-Pin DDR3 SDRAM DDR3 1600 (PC3 12800) Desktop Memory Model OCZ3P1600C6LV6GK

Or one of this:
Patriot Viper Xtreme 12GB (3 x 4GB) 240-Pin DDR3 SDRAM DDR3 1600 (PC3 12800) Desktop Memory Model PX7312G1600LLK

The price difference is not really a big deal. I am more looking for the performance. If you have a better recommendation of what I should get please let me know.

As for what I will be doing, plenty of gaming, 3D modeling, and most of what Adobe CS4 has to offer.
 
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Tri Channel is more efficient vs Hexa Channel, but only noticeable via a bench {switching lag: Channel A -> Channel B -> Channel A -> Channel B etc}.

I would not recommend Patriot memory; frequent visitor and rarely plays well with other RAM when mixed.

My recommendations in order: Corsair, G.SKILL, Mushkin, Kingston, and Crucial -> value RAM. Most importantly, either use Certified {QVL} RAM from MOBO Mfg, Tested RAM via RAM Mfg's website, and/or Approved via RAM Mfg support request. Simply input your MOBO model and look-up COMPATIBLE RAM -> Always verify. In addition, I would look at 1600 MHz with CAS 8 or 9; 8-8-8-{24} or 9-9-9-9-{24} the consistency is the prime indicator of good IC's.

If you post your MOBO model then I'll post a few recommendations.
 
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I am using the Gigabyte X58A-UD3R.
 
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I already have the motherboard as I have been ordering the parts that I decided on last month as they have gone on sale through out this month on Newegg. Is the board I ordered not a good one? It was recommended here on TH.

Thank you for the recommendations. I know I would rather go with 12gb over 6gb. What is your reasoning for recommending the DDR3 2000 memory over some 1600 or 1333? That one cost quite a bit more than what I was looking at getting. Would it really give me that much improvement in my system?
 
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I KNOW the CMT12GX3M3A2000C9 works, and I THINK the CMP12GX3M3A1600C9 works with the GA-X58A-UD3R. Do you want someone who guesses or knows to help you?

CORSAIR DOMINATOR 12GB (3 x 4GB) DDR3 1600 (PC3 12800) CMP12GX3M3A1600C9 http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16820145321

I rely on (3) methods:
1. Certified {QVL} MOBO RAM - http://www.gigabyte.us/products/product-page.aspx?pid=3449#memory%20support%20list
2. Tested RAM Mfg - http://www.corsair.com/configurator/product_results.aspx?id=1362102
3. Approve by RAM Mfg via Ticket - http://www.corsair.com/helpdesk/default.aspx

Google { X58A-UD3R +SSD +BSOD }
My fun -> http://www.tomshardware.com/forum/276715-30-x58a-ud3r-raid-bsod-disk-boot-failure
 
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The board I got sent is a Rev. 1, if that makes any difference. Do you think I would be better off returning what I got and getting something else? If so, what would you recommend? I just got this one yesterday from Amazon so it is still possible to return it. What I would like from a motherboard is eSATA, SATA 6gb/s, and the ability to run at least two cards in SLI at 16x. When it is running SLI I do also need it to have at least one open PCIE slot and if it doesn't have on board audio with optical out then I will need two open PCIE. I have also been contemplating getting a SSD, but the price is still holding me back. I also don't plan on doing any raid setup an the near future, but I don't really know much about it so having the option to may be a good idea.

I have already purchased a few other parts:
Intel Core i7-950
Antec 1200 Case
Antec CP-1000 PSU
EVGA SuperClocked GTX 580
 
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You got screwed if Amazon sent you the much older UD3R {rev 1}. I recommend as the better substitute the ASUS P6X58D-E I have 9 in the office all running flawlessly. SSD + RAID w/i7 930's. IF you need the eSATA then the ASUS Rampage III Formula http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16813131666 if the eSATA is worth +$60, and clearly the ASUS Rampage III Formula has several more features.

But with the GTX 580 'I' assume Gaming is top on your list so I would recommend the EVGA X58 FTW3 132-GT-E768-KR http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16813188065

The UD3R + GTX 580 = way out of balance.

With UD3R + GTX 580 + SSD + RAID = Disaster! RETURN/EXCHANGE THE UD3R!!!
 
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Thanks for all of the info.

You are right, I do plan to do a lot of gaming with this build, the other stuff is for school. I have some more questions though.

Will the EVGA X58 FTW3 132-GT-E768-KR be that much different for me over the ASUS P6X58D-E? The EVGA board will have the PCIE x1 slot blocked when I put in an SLI setup and that is not good. If there is going to be that big of a difference will I also see it with the ASUS Rampage III Formula (this is what I was originally looking to get before I did some research on TH)?

Then there is the question of the memory again with this new board.
 
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As stated, "But with the GTX 580 'I' assume Gaming is top on your list so I would recommend..." and GAMING I only use EVGA - period.

RE: "PCIE x1 slot blocked when I put in an SLI setup and that is not good" -> what's the plan for it? I water block all by GPUs so it's not a problem then...if you need a sound card. Otherwise go the ASUS Rampage III Formula route.

EVGA 3 (x16, x8/x16, x8) -> 1 = x16; 2 = x16 + x8; 3 = x8 + x8 + x8.
 
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While the Powerline solution looks like a great option, it is just a bit too spendy to redo my entire house that way. It is something for me to think about in the future though.

I think the ASUS Rampage III Formula will be my best option for my build.

So now my same question arises as to what memory to get. Going with a completely different motherboard should change my best options there, right?

What would you recommend for the ASUS Rampage III Formula as far as 12gb kits go?
 
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