1GB 2 x 512MB - 400MHz DDR400/PC3200 - Non-ECC - DDR SDRAM - 184-pin - MPN: KHX3200AK21G
Strengths: Performs exactly as advertised. ddr400, 2-3-2-6 1T @ 2.6v. Looks great in blue.
Weakness: SPD default is 2.5-3-3-8. If your motherboard does not allow you to change those settings manually, then you won't be taking full advantage of this RAM.
This ram is fast! It has better bandwidth performance than geil ultra platinum at the same fsb speeds, and it has the nice blue heatspreaders. It's interesting to note that the memory bandwidth of this RAM at fsb 217 is comparable with some other sticks running at fsb 250!
The only weakness is that the SPD doesn't have tight timings by default. However, I can see why kingston chose to go that route: with looser timings, it will work in almost any machine, and you have greater headroom to overclock. I've gotten my ram to go at ddr433, or fsb 217 at 2-3-2-6-1T without a hitch. Also, this ram runs cool.
Remember too, that the memory chips used are NOT winbond BH-5 from the original KHX3200, so don't expect 2-2-2-5 timings at fsb 250. Like what another user said, in overclocking, it seems like I hit a wall at fsb 225. No matter what I do, I can't stabilize my system, even though it will boot into windows.
Overall, I'm very satisfied with my purchase.
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TopStrengths: Speed, installation
Weakness: SPD timings, price
Installed this two modules in double configuration on Asus P4C800-E Deluxe motherboard. Everything went fine but the BIOS did not recognize the memory timings correctly - I had to change them manually. Since then the system runs just grate, overclocks up to 15% without any problems. Good memory.
Adding another 1Gb, running fine so far.
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TopStrengths: Performs exactly as advertised. ddr400, 2-3-2-6 1T @ 2.6v, and it looks great in blue.
Weakness: Problem is that the default settings is 2.5-3-3-8. If your system board doesn't allow you to change those settings manually, then you won't be taking full advantage of this RAM.
All together this is a very fast RAM for the money and it come with coolers. Can't beat that. Comes with a lifetime warranty. I will suggest this memory to anyone that wants performance at a good price.
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TopStrengths: Solid performer, no issues
Weakness: None that I'm aware of
I originally purchased four 512MB DIMMs of lower-end "generic" RAM for my ABIT VT7, but had frequent system crashes and blue screens. I wasn't even trying to overclock or anything, and the RAM was listed as tested and compatible with my ABIT board. The most important thing for me was to have a stable system. I could care less about overclocking unless I can do it reliably. I decided to purchase these sticks of HyperX since I've heard they are one of the best and most compatible high-performance RAM available. Since installing this RAM, I've had absolutely no crashes. Top notch performance and reliability. I'd highly recommend this RAM.
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TopStrengths: Nice looking blue heatspreader, fairly low latencies, overclocks well
Weakness: Can't do 2-2-2 at 200mhz
I'm using this RAM in an overclocked Athlon 64 rig. The default timings are 2-3-2 at 200mhz; unfortunately I can't get this stuff to run at 2-2-2 @ 200mhz even after increasing the voltage. On the plus side, it does overclock well, especially if you loosen timings a bit. At 3-3-4 timings, I have this RAM running at 240mhz to match my Hypertransport speeds. This RAM isn't nearly as voltage hungry as some other types (UTT for example); you won't have to feed it more than 2.8-2.9 volts to get some decent overclocks.
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TopStrengths: One of the most commonly used performance ram brand when overclocking. Runs awesome benchmarks and I got mine running at 25 over default FSB rock solid.
Weakness: The price is steep for performance ram (compared to ValueRam), but if you're into overclocking at all, ram is one of the most crucial components in OC limitations.
If you want the best RAM for your setup with a name you can trust, this is it. I do alot of Photoshop, and a LOT of gaming on this thing, and I've even installed Nero and some other progs and burned DVDs while gaming and everything, not even a slight notice of a slow down(running this with a MSI K8T800 Neo FIS2R and AMD Athlon 64 3200+). This stuff is beyond AMAZING. My friends and I have been using Kingston forever, the only other brand I might consider is Corsair XMS.
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TopStrengths: Very fast ram, runs timings at 2-3-2-6 as stated. Memtest on second pass does detect 3 errors
Weakness: Runs Hot Random Reboots. Probably have to run it at a lower timings then stated Jdec code starts at 2.5-3-3-8??? why set it to that and advertize 2-3-2-6
All together decent ram. You get what you pay for. But watch out if you have a SFF since it does run hot and if you lower the timings it runs even hotter. Easy to instal and Kingston comes with a lifetime warenty
~Tech
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TopStrengths: $208 for 1G
Weakness: none
when I bought this just last week, it was $222... now it's $208!!! grrr.
Popped this baby in my new system and it soars. I love the heat spreader.
Definitely better looking than the Value line (also from Kingston), though even that chip is great.
3A CAS might seem a little slow for overclockers, but it is not too noticeable.
comes in a small plastic see-through package with a small folded manual... that I haven't bothered looking at since DIMMs are so easy to install nowadays.
Definitely a good investment, and 1G is a great size to go with. Because of the dual channel setup, you'll want to start with at least 1G in your first two slots and match it later with the remaining two memory slots.
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TopStrengths: CAS Latency is very fast and 1 gig of it is great.
Weakness: Can be very expensive if you don't know when and where to buy it. I got mine for 100$ AR at outpost.com (maybe price mistake) So be careful where you buy it.
This ram has a CAS latency of 2. if you dont know what that means, I don't recommend you buy kingston HyperX ram. Stick w/ kingston value ram if you want a better trade off between performance and value.
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TopStrengths: As sharp looking as it is fast.
Weakness: None
You get what you pay for - $208 for 1GB in my case. Installed on an Asus P4C800 Deluxe motherboard without a hitch. Heat spreaders are made for serious gaming and other memory-intensive applications. Very noticeable improvement from 2GB of Kingston PC 2100 SDRAM memory I was using previously. Lifetime Warranty! Highly Recommended!
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TopStrengths: It is faster.
Weakness: The temperature is a little high.
I bought it at 6 month ago. So far is good. It is match with my MB Gigabyte-8KNXP. I need upgrade my memory, so I buy it again. I love it.
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TopStrengths: Great sfficiency and speed good for gaming...the best.
Weakness: None.
I have purchased Kingston products in the past and i will continue to do so in the future.The hyper x brand of RAM is by far one of the best its great for running many programs at once qhile palying an MMORPG.
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TopStrengths: Speed, overclocking, looks
Weakness: Price
HyperX is a great overall memory that not only works great, but also looks cool. Gamers, and hardcore OCer's will love this memory and its performance abilities. The only downside is that the memory is more expensive than other memories.
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TopStrengths: Great for overclocking, works great. Install is easy, and it looks cool.
Weakness: Price
This memory is great for gamers, and people who like pushing their computer components to the limit. If you need premium performance this is the memory for you. However the memory comes at a price, but if you need the speed you want this.
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TopStrengths: Speed
Weakness: timing
I have a P4 3.0 HT on a P4S800-DX motherboard and I wanto to know wich ram i get. the CRUCIAL BALLISTIX 1GB KIT (512MB x 2) PC3200 400MHZ 2-2-2-6 184-PIN DDR DIMM W/HEAT SPREADER or the KINGSTON HYPER X KHX3200AK2/1G 1GB KIT (512MB x 2) MATCH PAIR PC3200 400MHZ CL2 184-PIN DDR DIMM W/HEAT SPREADER???
And how do I change the timing speed on the bios?
please!!
yankowollinger@msn.com
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TopStrengths: Stable. Easy installation. Looks great. Price.
Weakness: None I can think of so far.
I installed these on my Dell Dimension 8300. They have not given me any trouble. I ran these at stock timing, so I did not notice any performance difference between these and OCZ value series RAM I had. As far as I know, it is not possible to change timing in Dell BIOS anyways. The reason I got these is because of the low price. I got them for $99 after rebate from outpost.
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TopStrengths: Great price, great timings Kingston quality
Weakness: Doesnt exceed its specified rating by much
I got this RAM at a great price to replace my Patriot modules and they have performed on par with the previous ones. According to the benchmarks they are slighty slower but it could be due to other timing related specifics. I am currently running an AMD64 939 system on X64 and things seem to go okay. I think in the end this RAM will do great once I figure out which settings are most optimal for it. Thumbs up.
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TopStrengths: Lifetime warranty.
Weakness: A bit hot.
I got this for the great price of $99 after rebate. Comes with a lifetime warranty and Kingston is a trusted brand. Overclocks well.
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Kingston 1GB DDR SDRAM Memory Module
Strengths: OC's to PC3520 (440MHz DDR) w/ tight timings (2-3-2-5), rock stable, Winbond chips, great price ($176!)
Weakness: Would not run faster than PC3520 even w/ losest timings (3-4-4-8), it runs TIGHT and FULL SPEED up to PC3520, then stalls completely above that, but minor, afterall, it's rated PC3200.
I installed this on my new Abit AI7 w/ P4 2.6C, runs absolutely stable @ 220MHz (440MHz DDR, PC3520), 1:1, tight timings (2-3-2-5), 2.65v. Totally outclasses the Muskin PC3500 "Black" Level II Dual Channel that I purchased at the same time (the Mushkin costs TWICE as much and would not even run at its rated PC3500, even w/ the timings totally loosened, VERY disappointing). So I picked this up from Kingston direct for $176, absolutely satisfied, and frankly surprised, I thought the Mushkin would beat the Kingston hands-down, WRONG, HyperX has proven superior in my case. Prime95, Memtest-86, DocMemory 2.0, etc., all runs w/o errors for many hours @ PC3520. Even LOOKS better than Mushkin w/ "cool blue" heat spreaders :) Buy it, you'll like it.
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