Introduction
| In our search for a good memory module, Quad
Computers sendt us a Corsair XMS3200 512MB memory module
for testing. |
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FEATURES:
- 512 Megabytes of memory
- Implemented using 32Mx8DDRSDRAMs with 6.0 nanosecond access
time
- 100% tested at 200 MHz in high performance motherboards
- Integrated aluminum heatspreader for improved thermal performance
- Benchmarked over multiple chipsets, processors, and motherboards
- Lifetime warranty
The brochure states: "The CMX512-3200
is a 512 MByte, dual bank, ultra-performance DDR SDRAM DIMM screened
specifically for gaming applications. This part has been selected
by our Compatibility Lab for its outstanding performance in motherboards
commonly used in gaming rigs. This memory has been verified to
operate at 200 MHz (2.5-3-3, 2T command rate) and 166 MHz (2-2-2,
1T command rate). Generally, one 512 MByte module will outperform
two 256 MByte modules in a given motherboard. Side-by-side comparison
indicates that this is one of the fastest DDR modules available
in the world. "
This sounds promising. Let's look at the memory, and find out
what it is capable of.
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Test systems:
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System1
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System 2
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| Mother board |
Abit KX7 |
Asus P4S533 SIS645dx |
| CPU |
Unlocked AMD XP2000
|
Pentium 4 1.8GHz Northwood
Pentium 4 1.6GHz Northwood |
| Cooling |
Watercooled with Koolance |
Swiftech MCR478B |
| Graphics card |
Leadtek GF3 Ti200TDH |
Matrox G450 |
| PSU |
Enermax 550W |
Chieftec 340W |
| Hard Drive |
IBM 80GB 120GXP |
IBM 80GB 120GXP |
| Drivers |
Nvidia 28.32
Via 4in1 4.38
|
Matrox 6.82.016
SIS AGP 1.09 |
| Memory |
Corsair XMS3200
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| Programs |
Sisoft Sandra 2002
Cachemem 2.65
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| OS |
Windows XP Pro. 5.01.2600
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When running the tests, the memory settings in the bios where
set at "By SPD" and 2T command.
Performance
Test system 1:
Test system 2:
CONCLUSION
This sure is a high performance memory module, exceeding
the adverticed speeds by a good margin. When we raised the memory
voltage to 2.9V, we where able to run it at an incredible 480MHz
DDR. This is not when we achieved the highest memory score in
our tests. The memory performance on a Pentium 4 system is highly
dependent on the front side bus speed of the system. The best
results were achieved with the Pentium 4 1.6GHz processor running
at 2.4GHz with a FSB of 150MHz.
This result is achieved when the memory is running
at 450MHz DDR. With a processor capable of running at higher FSB
speeds, the result would be even greater!
This memory must be every overclockers dream. The
only negative we can find with this memory, is the price. But
if you want the greatest, you usually have to pay.
| Positive |
- Stability at high speeds
- Heatspreaders
- Overclocks to 480MHz DDR (May vary from chip to chip)
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| Negative |
- Pricy, but if you are on a tight budget these days, you
could try Real
Finans.
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Thanks to Quad
Computers for supplying us with this great memory chip.
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