The best ram ?

99Androidguy777 · 9 Nov 2011 at 03:10

Which ram is the best on the market currently specification wise ?

Cheers

RJC · 9 Nov 2011 at 07:20

What system are you looking at getting or running?

If its a Sandybrdige setup or alike them the Corsair ram below will be more than adequet.

http://www.overclockers.co.uk/showproduct.php?prodid=MY-290-CS&groupid=701&catid=8&subcat=1517

TwsT · 9 Nov 2011 at 07:56

Value wise kingston hyper x 4gb is cheap atm too

Citizen · 9 Nov 2011 at 08:21

I don't want to hijack the op thread but can someone tell me if the G.skill ram support the gigabyte z68 mb's? ....as there not listed in the G.skill compatibility list.

99Androidguy777 · 9 Nov 2011 at 08:27

RJC said:
What system are you looking at getting or running?

If its a Sandybrdige setup or alike them the Corsair ram below will be more than adequet.

http://www.overclockers.co.uk/showproduct.php?prodid=MY-290-CS&groupid=701&catid=8&subcat=1517

Money is okayish so I am more so looking into the best ram I can get for my money and I do not mind saving my money for longer and paying for the best ram money can buy quality wise.

TwsT said:
Value wise kingston hyper x 4gb is cheap atm too

ok I will keep this in mind also.

Plec · 9 Nov 2011 at 09:36

Citizen said:
I don't want to hijack the op thread but can someone tell me if the G.skill ram support the gigabyte z68 mb's? ....as there not listed in the G.skill compatibility list.

You shouldn't have any problems the G.Skill is pretty slutty and has found its way in most flavours of motherboards without any problems.

The only thing you need to consider is that it's high profile memory which may compromise your cooler - so make sure that your cooler can accomodate the memory's height.

Nightglow · 9 Nov 2011 at 10:38

Kingston HyperX Genesis Grey 8GB (2x4GB) is also great memory & good value at £47:99p.

http://www.overclockers.co.uk/showproduct.php?prodid=MY-094-KS&groupid=701&catid=8&subcat=1517

Surveyor · 9 Nov 2011 at 10:47

This Week Only £45.59 if you want the lowest profile:

Corsair XMS3 8GB (2x4GB) DDR3 PC3-12800C9 1600MHz Dual Channel Kit

Aso this @ £37.99:

Crucial Ballistix Sport 8GB (2x4GB) DDR3 PC3-12800C10 1600MHz Dual Channel Kit

The slightly looser timings making very little difference.

Bossk128 · 9 Nov 2011 at 11:59

Slight derail but relevant: I have an I5 2400 (a non K chip) so is there any reason to get RAM faster than PC1066 (1333MHz)?

If not, is there a reason why the uber-cheap 8Gb on OCUK at the mo is bad? It has a lifetime warranty!

Plec · 9 Nov 2011 at 12:12

Bossk128 said:
Slight derail but relevant: I have an I5 2400 (a non K chip) so is there any reason to get RAM faster than PC1066 (1333MHz)?

1600Mhz is generally regarded as the sweetspot for SB systems but having said that the reality is that you wouldn't really notice any discernable speed difference in everyday use between 1333MHz and 1600Mhz.

Bossk128 said:
If not, is there a reason why the uber-cheap 8Gb on OCUK at the mo is bad? It has a lifetime warranty!

No reason at all - if it's compatible (and most likely will be) and with a lifetime warranty it's a sensible purchase.

RAM is RAM to a point - most people (myself included) usually buy branded sticks for peace of mind(compatbilty) and ease of rma if a fault develops. Or they just want a new bit of hardware to tinker with or colour match their rig...

Bossk128 · 9 Nov 2011 at 13:26

Cool, thanks. In that case.... ordered!

Should suit my media/part time gaming PC well.

Plec · 9 Nov 2011 at 13:36

Not a problem - good luck with it.

Citizen · 9 Nov 2011 at 17:36

Plec said:
You shouldn't have any problems the G.Skill is pretty slutty and has found its way in most flavours of motherboards without any problems.

The only thing you need to consider is that it's high profile memory which may compromise your cooler - so make sure that your cooler can accomodate the memory's height.

Thanks