G.Skill memory
G.Skill memory
So the modules we are testing today are one of G.Skill's first triple channel memory DIMM modules.
The kit is available under SKU code F3-12800CL9T-6GBNQ, and is short for a CAS 9 PC3 12800 Low-Voltage Triple Channel kit. Though a 3 GB kit is available we'll be testing three bars of 2 GB (in triple channel mode you gain the best memory bandwidth). Let me show you some of the specifications.
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Specifications | |
|---|---|
| M/B Chipset | Intel X58 |
| CAS_Latency | 9-9-9-24 |
| Capacity | 3GB (1GB x 3) / 6GB (2GB x 3) |
| Speed | DDR3-1600 (PC3 12800) |
| Test_Voltage | 1.5~1.6 Volts |
| PCB | 6 Layers |
| Registered/Unbuffered | Unbuffered |
| Error_Checking | Non-ECC |
| Type | 240-pin DIMM |
| Warranty | Lifetime |
The modules are tagged under SKU number F3-12800CL9T-6GBNQ and timings wise you immediately notice that we deal with slightly more value based memory as the latencies are 9-9-9-24 at 1600 MHz. Still, that's pretty okay really at this high frequency.
It's EPP enhanced memory, meaning that the mainboards that support it (EPP), can read out pre-set configuration from the memory for optimal timings. Do it like I do though, set it manually, please. In fact the 1600 MHz CAS latency needs to be set manually as the JEDEC specification for 1600 MHZ .. does not exist.
Each of the modules comes equipped with a (as the photo's will show) heatspreader for the better heat dissipation and a look more importantly, aesthetics.
Also worthy to mention, all memory is backed with a Lifetime Warranty which is just really great and offers additional value.
Alrighty, last photo. We'll now focus at test system and default specs after we'll dive into performance.
