In Search of True DDR2 Bleeding Edge Memory
Samsung DDR2-667: Conservative RAM Sans Overclocking
Samsung brought up the rear in our tests. Overclocking is out of the question in principle - this RAM barely broke the 800 mark in our overclocking tests (it posted a speed of 812 or 406 MHz). In standard mode, these modules amble along only in the relatively slow CL4.0 mode. But the vendor's target market is clear and unmistakable: Their modules are built for the OEM sector, and leave enthusiasts out of the picture.
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Manufacturer Details | |
Website: | samsung.com |
Speed: | DDR2-667 (PC5300) |
Timings: | CL 5.0-5-5-5-12 |
Size: | 512 MB (1 rank, 4 banks)single sided |
Label: | 512 MB 1Rx8 PC2-5300U-555-12-D3CN M378T6553CZ3-CE6 0546 |
Module SPD-Timings | |
DDR2-667 (333 MHz) | CL 5.0-5-5-13 |
DDR2-533 (266 MHz) | CL 4.0-4-4-11 |
DDR2-400 (200 MHz) | CL 3.0-3-3-8 |
Refresh Rate: | 7.8 us, Self-Refresh |
Voltage: | 1.8 V |
Test | |
Test I (default): | DDR2-667, CL 5.0-5-5-13, 1.8V |
Test II (timing): | DDR2-667, CL 4.0-4-4-12, 1.8V |
Test II (overclocking): | DDR2-800@812 (406 MHz) 2.2V |
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