DDR2 CL5 vs DDR3 CL8

panais

panais

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Which one is faster,stronger,better?(especially for high end gaming and HD blue ray movies)

CORSAIR DOMINATOR TWIN2X4096-8500C5DF DDR2 4GB (2X2GB) PC2-8500 (1066MHZ) CL5 DUAL CHANNEL KIT Timings: 5-5-5-15 (CAS, tRCD, tRP, tRAS)
OR
CORSAIR TR3X3G1600C8D DHX DDR3 3GB (3X1GB) PC3-12800 (1600MHZ) TRIPLE CHANNEL KIT Timings: 9-9-9-24 (CAS, tRCD, tRP, tRAS)

My CPU is Q6600

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DDR2 provides the best value for the buck. Having said that... if you are installing a high end CPU, DDR3 is best for you!
 

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panais said:

CORSAIR DOMINATOR TWIN2X4096-8500C5DF DDR2 4GB (2X2GB) PC2-8500 (1066MHZ) CL5 DUAL CHANNEL KIT Timings: 5-5-5-15 (CAS, tRCD, tRP, tRAS)


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This.

There are better DDR3 kits out there. Honestly, you wouldn't be able to tell the difference between the two regardless of your task, especially with that CPU.
 

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i'd also go with the DDR2, having your RAM frequency much higher than your FSB (i.e. DDR3 1600) wont show much of a boost, especially with a C2Q.

;)
 

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yea... ddr2 is better in your case
 

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A) Are 2GB of ram enough for high end gaming?
The story is...
Something is wrong with my GA-X38-DS4 mobo and is give me BSOD when i insert ram with 1066mhz,so for the moment i will use ram with 800mhz until i find the solution.
And i must choose the best for me from my box (i have 5-6 different dimms)
The best are...

B) GEIL GB22GB6400C4DC DDR2 2GB (2X1GB) BLACK DRAGON PC6400 800MHZ DUAL CHANNEL KIT 4-4-4-12 (2GB)
OR
Kingston ValueRAM (2X2GB)4GB DDR2 800MHz PC2-6400 System Memory, 240-pin DIMM, CL5, Non-ECC, Unbuffered, Model: KVR800D2N5/2G 5-5-5-18 (4GB)

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I use my PC for high end gaming so...which is better for me to use?



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    SAPPHIRE RADEON HD4890 OC 1GB GDDR5
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panais said:
A) Are 2GB of ram enough for high end gaming?
The story is...
Something is wrong with my GA-X38-DS4 mobo and is give me BSOD when i insert ram with 1066mhz,so for the moment i will use ram with 800mhz until i find the solution.
And i must choose the best for me from my box (i have 5-6 different dimms)
The best are...

B) GEIL GB22GB6400C4DC DDR2 2GB (2X1GB) BLACK DRAGON PC6400 800MHZ DUAL CHANNEL KIT 4-4-4-12 (2GB)
OR
Kingston ValueRAM (2X2GB)4GB DDR2 800MHz PC2-6400 System Memory, 240-pin DIMM, CL5, Non-ECC, Unbuffered, Model: KVR800D2N5/2G 5-5-5-18 (4GB)

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I use my PC for high end gaming so...which is better for me to use?



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2 gigs are not even enough to do basic gaming with 64 bit vista.

ken
 

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panais said:
A) Are 2GB of ram enough for high end gaming?
The story is...
Something is wrong with my GA-X38-DS4 mobo and is give me BSOD when i insert ram with 1066mhz,so for the moment i will use ram with 800mhz until i find the solution.
And i must choose the best for me from my box (i have 5-6 different dimms)
The best are...

B) GEIL GB22GB6400C4DC DDR2 2GB (2X1GB) BLACK DRAGON PC6400 800MHZ DUAL CHANNEL KIT 4-4-4-12 (2GB)
OR
Kingston ValueRAM (2X2GB)4GB DDR2 800MHz PC2-6400 System Memory, 240-pin DIMM, CL5, Non-ECC, Unbuffered, Model: KVR800D2N5/2G 5-5-5-18 (4GB)

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I use my PC for high end gaming so...which is better for me to use?



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the type of RAM you run is nowhere near as important as the amount of RAM you have, especially with these new MS operating systems....

i.e.

you'll probably find 3gb DDR2 667mhz will run faster than 2gb DDR2 800mhz, you really want 4gb for intensive gaming, my rig constantly passes the 3gb mark even while running pretty mediocre games...

i'd rather run my DIMMs in single channel & have more of it than trying to keep the sticks matched for dual channel & actually using less.....

;)
 

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skunksmash said:
panais said:
A) Are 2GB of ram enough for high end gaming?
The story is...
Something is wrong with my GA-X38-DS4 mobo and is give me BSOD when i insert ram with 1066mhz,so for the moment i will use ram with 800mhz until i find the solution.
And i must choose the best for me from my box (i have 5-6 different dimms)
The best are...

B) GEIL GB22GB6400C4DC DDR2 2GB (2X1GB) BLACK DRAGON PC6400 800MHZ DUAL CHANNEL KIT 4-4-4-12 (2GB)
OR
Kingston ValueRAM (2X2GB)4GB DDR2 800MHz PC2-6400 System Memory, 240-pin DIMM, CL5, Non-ECC, Unbuffered, Model: KVR800D2N5/2G 5-5-5-18 (4GB)

​
I use my PC for high end gaming so...which is better for me to use?



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the type of RAM you run is nowhere near as important as the amount of RAM you have, especially with these new MS operating systems....

i.e.

you'll probably find 3gb DDR2 667mhz will run faster than 2gb DDR2 800mhz, you really want 4gb for intensive gaming, my rig constantly passes the 3gb mark even while running pretty mediocre games...

i'd rather run my DIMMs in single channel & have more of it than trying to keep the sticks matched for dual channel & actually using less.....

;)
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What about those?...
Kingston ValueRAM (2X2GB)4GB DDR2 800MHz PC2-6400 System Memory, 240-pin DIMM, CL5, Non-ECC, Unbuffered, Model: KVR800D2N5/2G 5-5-5-18 (4GB)
 

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    Intel Core 2 Quad Q6600
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    Gigabyte GA-X38-DS4
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    KINGSTON HYPERX DDR2 4GB (2X2GB) PC6400 800MHZ DUAL CHANNEL KIT
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    SAPPHIRE RADEON HD4890 OC 1GB GDDR5
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    2/4/5.1/7.1-channel Realtek High Definition
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    Samsung LE40A656F1 1080p 100Hz LCD HD TV 50,000:1
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    C:\WD VelociRaptor 150 GB,10,000 RPM D:\WESTERN DIGITAL WD15EADS 1.5TB CAVIAR GREEN SATA2 E:\WESTERN DIGITAL WD15EADS 1.5TB CAVIAR GREEN SATA2 No Raid.Copy Paste Is The Safest Way.
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panais said:
skunksmash said:
panais said:
A) Are 2GB of ram enough for high end gaming?
The story is...
Something is wrong with my GA-X38-DS4 mobo and is give me BSOD when i insert ram with 1066mhz,so for the moment i will use ram with 800mhz until i find the solution.
And i must choose the best for me from my box (i have 5-6 different dimms)
The best are...

B) GEIL GB22GB6400C4DC DDR2 2GB (2X1GB) BLACK DRAGON PC6400 800MHZ DUAL CHANNEL KIT 4-4-4-12 (2GB)
OR
Kingston ValueRAM (2X2GB)4GB DDR2 800MHz PC2-6400 System Memory, 240-pin DIMM, CL5, Non-ECC, Unbuffered, Model: KVR800D2N5/2G 5-5-5-18 (4GB)

​
I use my PC for high end gaming so...which is better for me to use?



​
Click to expand...

the type of RAM you run is nowhere near as important as the amount of RAM you have, especially with these new MS operating systems....

i.e.

you'll probably find 3gb DDR2 667mhz will run faster than 2gb DDR2 800mhz, you really want 4gb for intensive gaming, my rig constantly passes the 3gb mark even while running pretty mediocre games...

i'd rather run my DIMMs in single channel & have more of it than trying to keep the sticks matched for dual channel & actually using less.....

;)
Click to expand...
What about those?...
Kingston ValueRAM (2X2GB)4GB DDR2 800MHz PC2-6400 System Memory, 240-pin DIMM, CL5, Non-ECC, Unbuffered, Model: KVR800D2N5/2G 5-5-5-18 (4GB)
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they'll be fine......;), they wont clock very well past stock, but they'll serve you well for gaming.
 

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    ME.....
    CPU
    Q9450 @ 3.6ghz
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    P5K PREMIUM
    Memory
    8GB 1066mhz buffalo firestix
    Graphics card(s)
    HD 5970
    Monitor(s) Displays
    20'' syncmaster
    Screen Resolution
    1680x1050
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    160GB 7200RPM SEAGATE BARRACUDA IDE 160GB 7200RPM SEAGATE BARRACUDA SATA 2
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    XCILIO 850w
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    unknown ATX
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    Arctic cooler pro 775
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    logitech cordless optical
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    logitech EX110
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    2mb
or you could try some patriot viper series ram.... it does quite well :D
 

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    Acer, Aspire M1201\Custom Build
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    2x2gb Patriot Viper DDR2 PC6400 @ 800mhz Dual Channel SLI Edition (4-4-4-12)
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    ATI HD3870 with 512mb GDDR4
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skunksmash said:
panais said:
skunksmash said:
the type of RAM you run is nowhere near as important as the amount of RAM you have, especially with these new MS operating systems....

i.e.

you'll probably find 3gb DDR2 667mhz will run faster than 2gb DDR2 800mhz, you really want 4gb for intensive gaming, my rig constantly passes the 3gb mark even while running pretty mediocre games...

i'd rather run my DIMMs in single channel & have more of it than trying to keep the sticks matched for dual channel & actually using less.....

;)
Click to expand...
What about those?...
Kingston ValueRAM (2X2GB)4GB DDR2 800MHz PC2-6400 System Memory, 240-pin DIMM, CL5, Non-ECC, Unbuffered, Model: KVR800D2N5/2G 5-5-5-18 (4GB)
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they'll be fine......;), they wont clock very well past stock, but they'll serve you well for gaming.
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they'll be fine.....juuuust for gaming?how about high end gaming?(vsync+8AA+1920x1080)they are not good/enough?
 

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  • Manufacturer/Model
    Custom Built by me.
    CPU
    Intel Core 2 Quad Q6600
    Motherboard
    Gigabyte GA-X38-DS4
    Memory
    KINGSTON HYPERX DDR2 4GB (2X2GB) PC6400 800MHZ DUAL CHANNEL KIT
    Graphics card(s)
    SAPPHIRE RADEON HD4890 OC 1GB GDDR5
    Sound Card
    2/4/5.1/7.1-channel Realtek High Definition
    Monitor(s) Displays
    Samsung LE40A656F1 1080p 100Hz LCD HD TV 50,000:1
    Screen Resolution
    1366x768 in Desktop,1920x1080p in gaming and video
    Hard Drives
    C:\WD VelociRaptor 150 GB,10,000 RPM D:\WESTERN DIGITAL WD15EADS 1.5TB CAVIAR GREEN SATA2 E:\WESTERN DIGITAL WD15EADS 1.5TB CAVIAR GREEN SATA2 No Raid.Copy Paste Is The Safest Way.
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    Seasonic 700W 80plus
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    A-Case Twin Engine BB
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    3 thermaltake smart case fan II + 1 arctic cooling fan
    Mouse
    Wirelles Logitech Laser Mouse MX620
    Keyboard
    Wireless Logitech LX710
    Internet Speed
    ADSL 4000plus
    Other Info
    F:\Sony high speed sata Dvd Rewriter KINGSTON HYPER X FAN +Cordless Rumblepad 2
panais said:
skunksmash said:
panais said:
What about those?...
Kingston ValueRAM (2X2GB)4GB DDR2 800MHz PC2-6400 System Memory, 240-pin DIMM, CL5, Non-ECC, Unbuffered, Model: KVR800D2N5/2G 5-5-5-18 (4GB)
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they'll be fine......;), they wont clock very well past stock, but they'll serve you well for gaming.
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they'll be fine.....juuuust for gaming?how about high end gaming?(vsync+8AA+1920x1080)they are not good/enough?
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trust me ...... quantity over quality. ;)

4gb DDR2 @ 800mhz will allow you to game happily, i actually run my 1066mhz RAM @ 905mhz CL5 to keep the 1-1 ratio & i can run ALL games at blistering framerates (GPU permitting of course)

oh..... forget 8xAA, its pointless it just swallows your FPS & adds no real visual benifit.....4xAA is plenty.
 

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  • Manufacturer/Model
    ME.....
    CPU
    Q9450 @ 3.6ghz
    Motherboard
    P5K PREMIUM
    Memory
    8GB 1066mhz buffalo firestix
    Graphics card(s)
    HD 5970
    Monitor(s) Displays
    20'' syncmaster
    Screen Resolution
    1680x1050
    Hard Drives
    160GB 7200RPM SEAGATE BARRACUDA IDE 160GB 7200RPM SEAGATE BARRACUDA SATA 2
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    XCILIO 850w
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    Arctic cooler pro 775
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    logitech EX110
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skunksmash said:
panais said:
skunksmash said:
they'll be fine......;), they wont clock very well past stock, but they'll serve you well for gaming.
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they'll be fine.....juuuust for gaming?how about high end gaming?(vsync+8AA+1920x1080)they are not good/enough?
Click to expand...

trust me ...... quantity over quality. ;)

4gb DDR2 @ 800mhz will allow you to game happily, i actually run my 1066mhz RAM @ 905mhz CL5 to keep the 1-1 ratio & i can run ALL games at blistering framerates (GPU permitting of course)

oh..... forget 8xAA, its pointless it just swallows your FPS & adds no real visual benifit.....4xAA is plenty.
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I have few(10.000) more questions if you have the time.
1)What exactly is the 1-1 ratio?(write few examples please!!)
2)Which one is MY 1-1 ratio?(with my Kingston ValueRAM (2X2GB)4GB DDR2 800MHz PC2-6400 System Memory, 240-pin DIMM, CL5, Non-ECC, Unbuffered, Model: KVR800D2N5/2G 5-5-5-18 (4GB)
3)If i will insert the above memory i will be ok with high-end gaming,right?
 

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System One

  • Manufacturer/Model
    Custom Built by me.
    CPU
    Intel Core 2 Quad Q6600
    Motherboard
    Gigabyte GA-X38-DS4
    Memory
    KINGSTON HYPERX DDR2 4GB (2X2GB) PC6400 800MHZ DUAL CHANNEL KIT
    Graphics card(s)
    SAPPHIRE RADEON HD4890 OC 1GB GDDR5
    Sound Card
    2/4/5.1/7.1-channel Realtek High Definition
    Monitor(s) Displays
    Samsung LE40A656F1 1080p 100Hz LCD HD TV 50,000:1
    Screen Resolution
    1366x768 in Desktop,1920x1080p in gaming and video
    Hard Drives
    C:\WD VelociRaptor 150 GB,10,000 RPM D:\WESTERN DIGITAL WD15EADS 1.5TB CAVIAR GREEN SATA2 E:\WESTERN DIGITAL WD15EADS 1.5TB CAVIAR GREEN SATA2 No Raid.Copy Paste Is The Safest Way.
    PSU
    Seasonic 700W 80plus
    Case
    A-Case Twin Engine BB
    Cooling
    3 thermaltake smart case fan II + 1 arctic cooling fan
    Mouse
    Wirelles Logitech Laser Mouse MX620
    Keyboard
    Wireless Logitech LX710
    Internet Speed
    ADSL 4000plus
    Other Info
    F:\Sony high speed sata Dvd Rewriter KINGSTON HYPER X FAN +Cordless Rumblepad 2
panais said:
skunksmash said:
panais said:
they'll be fine.....juuuust for gaming?how about high end gaming?(vsync+8AA+1920x1080)they are not good/enough?
Click to expand...

trust me ...... quantity over quality. ;)

4gb DDR2 @ 800mhz will allow you to game happily, i actually run my 1066mhz RAM @ 905mhz CL5 to keep the 1-1 ratio & i can run ALL games at blistering framerates (GPU permitting of course)

oh..... forget 8xAA, its pointless it just swallows your FPS & adds no real visual benifit.....4xAA is plenty.
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What exactly is the 1-1 ratio?
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the ''ratio'' is also known as the ''divider'', the board sets different ratios for RAM frequency in relation to your FSB...

a 1-1 ratio is the lowest possible divider on an Intel setup, its said to deliver the best (most stable) DATA throughput.....but this can be manually altered in the BIOS to utilize faster RAM, though more mhz is not always best.... tighter timings will show more of a boost with DDR2. ;)
 

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System One

  • Manufacturer/Model
    ME.....
    CPU
    Q9450 @ 3.6ghz
    Motherboard
    P5K PREMIUM
    Memory
    8GB 1066mhz buffalo firestix
    Graphics card(s)
    HD 5970
    Monitor(s) Displays
    20'' syncmaster
    Screen Resolution
    1680x1050
    Hard Drives
    160GB 7200RPM SEAGATE BARRACUDA IDE 160GB 7200RPM SEAGATE BARRACUDA SATA 2
    PSU
    XCILIO 850w
    Case
    unknown ATX
    Cooling
    Arctic cooler pro 775
    Mouse
    logitech cordless optical
    Keyboard
    logitech EX110
    Internet Speed
    2mb
panais said:
skunksmash said:
panais said:
they'll be fine.....juuuust for gaming?how about high end gaming?(vsync+8AA+1920x1080)they are not good/enough?
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trust me ...... quantity over quality. ;)

4gb DDR2 @ 800mhz will allow you to game happily, i actually run my 1066mhz RAM @ 905mhz CL5 to keep the 1-1 ratio & i can run ALL games at blistering framerates (GPU permitting of course)

oh..... forget 8xAA, its pointless it just swallows your FPS & adds no real visual benifit.....4xAA is plenty.
Click to expand...
I have few(10.000) more questions if you have the time.
1)What exactly is the 1-1 ratio?(write few examples please!!)
2)Which one is MY 1-1 ratio?(with my Kingston ValueRAM (2X2GB)4GB DDR2 800MHz PC2-6400 System Memory, 240-pin DIMM, CL5, Non-ECC, Unbuffered, Model: KVR800D2N5/2G 5-5-5-18 (4GB)
3)If i will insert the above memory i will be ok with high-end gaming,right?
Click to expand...

right.....what do you class as ''high end'' gaming..?? :confused:, if your talking about running most if not all modern games @ 1920x1080 with well over 30fps, then you'll have it.

Q6600

HD4890

4gb DDR2 800mhz

X38 mobo

your good for a while yet......;)
 

My Computer

System One

  • Manufacturer/Model
    ME.....
    CPU
    Q9450 @ 3.6ghz
    Motherboard
    P5K PREMIUM
    Memory
    8GB 1066mhz buffalo firestix
    Graphics card(s)
    HD 5970
    Monitor(s) Displays
    20'' syncmaster
    Screen Resolution
    1680x1050
    Hard Drives
    160GB 7200RPM SEAGATE BARRACUDA IDE 160GB 7200RPM SEAGATE BARRACUDA SATA 2
    PSU
    XCILIO 850w
    Case
    unknown ATX
    Cooling
    Arctic cooler pro 775
    Mouse
    logitech cordless optical
    Keyboard
    logitech EX110
    Internet Speed
    2mb
skunksmash said:
panais said:
skunksmash said:
trust me ...... quantity over quality. ;)

4gb DDR2 @ 800mhz will allow you to game happily, i actually run my 1066mhz RAM @ 905mhz CL5 to keep the 1-1 ratio & i can run ALL games at blistering framerates (GPU permitting of course)

oh..... forget 8xAA, its pointless it just swallows your FPS & adds no real visual benifit.....4xAA is plenty.
Click to expand...
I have few(10.000) more questions if you have the time.
1)What exactly is the 1-1 ratio?(write few examples please!!)
2)Which one is MY 1-1 ratio?(with my Kingston ValueRAM (2X2GB)4GB DDR2 800MHz PC2-6400 System Memory, 240-pin DIMM, CL5, Non-ECC, Unbuffered, Model: KVR800D2N5/2G 5-5-5-18 (4GB)
3)If i will insert the above memory i will be ok with high-end gaming,right?
Click to expand...

right.....what do you class as ''high end'' gaming..?? :confused:, if your talking about running most if not all modern games @ 1920x1080 with well over 30fps, then you'll have it.

Q6600

HD4890

4gb DDR2 800mhz

X38 mobo

your good for a while yet......;)
Click to expand...
1)What exactly is the 1-1 ratio?(write few examples please!!)
2)Which one is MY 1-1 ratio?(with my Kingston ValueRAM (2X2GB)4GB DDR2 800MHz PC2-6400 System Memory, 240-pin DIMM, CL5, Non-ECC, Unbuffered, Model: KVR800D2N5/2G 5-5-5-18 (4GB)
 

My Computer

System One

  • Manufacturer/Model
    Custom Built by me.
    CPU
    Intel Core 2 Quad Q6600
    Motherboard
    Gigabyte GA-X38-DS4
    Memory
    KINGSTON HYPERX DDR2 4GB (2X2GB) PC6400 800MHZ DUAL CHANNEL KIT
    Graphics card(s)
    SAPPHIRE RADEON HD4890 OC 1GB GDDR5
    Sound Card
    2/4/5.1/7.1-channel Realtek High Definition
    Monitor(s) Displays
    Samsung LE40A656F1 1080p 100Hz LCD HD TV 50,000:1
    Screen Resolution
    1366x768 in Desktop,1920x1080p in gaming and video
    Hard Drives
    C:\WD VelociRaptor 150 GB,10,000 RPM D:\WESTERN DIGITAL WD15EADS 1.5TB CAVIAR GREEN SATA2 E:\WESTERN DIGITAL WD15EADS 1.5TB CAVIAR GREEN SATA2 No Raid.Copy Paste Is The Safest Way.
    PSU
    Seasonic 700W 80plus
    Case
    A-Case Twin Engine BB
    Cooling
    3 thermaltake smart case fan II + 1 arctic cooling fan
    Mouse
    Wirelles Logitech Laser Mouse MX620
    Keyboard
    Wireless Logitech LX710
    Internet Speed
    ADSL 4000plus
    Other Info
    F:\Sony high speed sata Dvd Rewriter KINGSTON HYPER X FAN +Cordless Rumblepad 2
panais said:
skunksmash said:
panais said:
I have few(10.000) more questions if you have the time.
1)What exactly is the 1-1 ratio?(write few examples please!!)
2)Which one is MY 1-1 ratio?(with my Kingston ValueRAM (2X2GB)4GB DDR2 800MHz PC2-6400 System Memory, 240-pin DIMM, CL5, Non-ECC, Unbuffered, Model: KVR800D2N5/2G 5-5-5-18 (4GB)
3)If i will insert the above memory i will be ok with high-end gaming,right?
Click to expand...

right.....what do you class as ''high end'' gaming..?? :confused:, if your talking about running most if not all modern games @ 1920x1080 with well over 30fps, then you'll have it.

Q6600

HD4890

4gb DDR2 800mhz

X38 mobo

your good for a while yet......;)
Click to expand...
1)What exactly is the 1-1 ratio?(write few examples please!!)
2)Which one is MY 1-1 ratio?(with my Kingston ValueRAM (2X2GB)4GB DDR2 800MHz PC2-6400 System Memory, 240-pin DIMM, CL5, Non-ECC, Unbuffered, Model: KVR800D2N5/2G 5-5-5-18 (4GB)
Click to expand...


ok here is where you can find out what your current ratio is.... CPUZ / memory tab

aaw.JPG

now... in order to set a higher ratio / divider, you'll need to enter the ''advanced options'' in the BIOS & look for the RAM frequency setting, or divider setting (ive never worked on your board, but its there), as you up the RAM frequency your ratio will change.....

have a read through these.....;)

http://www.vistax64.com/overclocking-cooling/183704-ddr-ram-explained.html

http://www.vistax64.com/overclocking-cooling/177835-intel-overclocking-guide.html
 

My Computer

System One

  • Manufacturer/Model
    ME.....
    CPU
    Q9450 @ 3.6ghz
    Motherboard
    P5K PREMIUM
    Memory
    8GB 1066mhz buffalo firestix
    Graphics card(s)
    HD 5970
    Monitor(s) Displays
    20'' syncmaster
    Screen Resolution
    1680x1050
    Hard Drives
    160GB 7200RPM SEAGATE BARRACUDA IDE 160GB 7200RPM SEAGATE BARRACUDA SATA 2
    PSU
    XCILIO 850w
    Case
    unknown ATX
    Cooling
    Arctic cooler pro 775
    Mouse
    logitech cordless optical
    Keyboard
    logitech EX110
    Internet Speed
    2mb
skunksmash said:
panais said:
skunksmash said:
right.....what do you class as ''high end'' gaming..?? :confused:, if your talking about running most if not all modern games @ 1920x1080 with well over 30fps, then you'll have it.

Q6600

HD4890

4gb DDR2 800mhz

X38 mobo

your good for a while yet......;)
Click to expand...
1)What exactly is the 1-1 ratio?(write few examples please!!)
2)Which one is MY 1-1 ratio?(with my Kingston ValueRAM (2X2GB)4GB DDR2 800MHz PC2-6400 System Memory, 240-pin DIMM, CL5, Non-ECC, Unbuffered, Model: KVR800D2N5/2G 5-5-5-18 (4GB)
Click to expand...


ok here is where you can find out what your current ratio is.... CPUZ / memory tab

View attachment 16281

now... in order to set a higher ratio / divider, you'll need to enter the ''advanced options'' in the BIOS & look for the RAM frequency setting, or divider setting (ive never worked on your board, but its there), as you up the RAM frequency your ratio will change.....

have a read through these.....;)

http://www.vistax64.com/overclocking-cooling/183704-ddr-ram-explained.html

http://www.vistax64.com/overclocking-cooling/177835-intel-overclocking-guide.html
Click to expand...
And the last questions for today...Which one for high-end gaming?
A)
GEIL GB24GB6400C5DC DDR2 4GB (2X2GB) BLACK DRAGON PC6400 800MHZ DUAL CHANNEL KIT 5-5-5-15.
OR
KINGSTON KHX6400D2K2/4G DDR2 4GB (2X2GB) PC6400 800MHZ HYPERX DUAL CHANNEL KIT 5-5-5-15.
OR
KINGSTON KHX6400D2LLK2/4G DDR2 4GB (2X2GB) PC6400 800MHZ HYPERX DUAL CHANNEL KIT 4-4-4-12.

B)CL5 vs CL4
I will find noticeable speed between 5-5-5-15 and 4-4-4-12 or juuust a small different?
 

My Computer

System One

  • Manufacturer/Model
    Custom Built by me.
    CPU
    Intel Core 2 Quad Q6600
    Motherboard
    Gigabyte GA-X38-DS4
    Memory
    KINGSTON HYPERX DDR2 4GB (2X2GB) PC6400 800MHZ DUAL CHANNEL KIT
    Graphics card(s)
    SAPPHIRE RADEON HD4890 OC 1GB GDDR5
    Sound Card
    2/4/5.1/7.1-channel Realtek High Definition
    Monitor(s) Displays
    Samsung LE40A656F1 1080p 100Hz LCD HD TV 50,000:1
    Screen Resolution
    1366x768 in Desktop,1920x1080p in gaming and video
    Hard Drives
    C:\WD VelociRaptor 150 GB,10,000 RPM D:\WESTERN DIGITAL WD15EADS 1.5TB CAVIAR GREEN SATA2 E:\WESTERN DIGITAL WD15EADS 1.5TB CAVIAR GREEN SATA2 No Raid.Copy Paste Is The Safest Way.
    PSU
    Seasonic 700W 80plus
    Case
    A-Case Twin Engine BB
    Cooling
    3 thermaltake smart case fan II + 1 arctic cooling fan
    Mouse
    Wirelles Logitech Laser Mouse MX620
    Keyboard
    Wireless Logitech LX710
    Internet Speed
    ADSL 4000plus
    Other Info
    F:\Sony high speed sata Dvd Rewriter KINGSTON HYPER X FAN +Cordless Rumblepad 2

My Computer

System One

  • Manufacturer/Model
    Acer, Aspire M1201\Custom Build
    CPU
    AMD Athlon X2 5000+ @ 2.6Ghz
    Motherboard
    Acer Micro-ATX Motherboard
    Memory
    2x2gb Patriot Viper DDR2 PC6400 @ 800mhz Dual Channel SLI Edition (4-4-4-12)
    Graphics card(s)
    ATI HD3870 with 512mb GDDR4
    Sound Card
    Realtek HD 7.1 Onboard Sound
    Monitor(s) Displays
    22" Acer X223 Widescreen
    Screen Resolution
    1680 X 1050
    Hard Drives
    320gb Western Digital SATA II (Ubuntu 9.10) 500gb Seagate SATA II 1tb Seagate SATA II (Vista Home Premium)
    PSU
    ULTRA X3 600 Watt Modular
    Case
    NZXT Tempest (The Airflow King) 2x 140mm Fans, 4x 120mm Fans
    Cooling
    1x 135mm In PSU, 1x 70mm On CPU, And 1x 120mm On GPU
    Mouse
    Microsoft Sidewinder X5
    Keyboard
    Microsoft Sidewinder X6
    Internet Speed
    6 Mbs Down 1 Mbs Up
    Other Info
    AVerMedia 1500MCE TV Tuner Logitech X540 5.1 Surround Sound
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