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    RAM timing question

    Discussion in 'Alienware 17 and M17x' started by Sir_Gawain, Jan 27, 2011.

  1. Sir_Gawain

    Sir_Gawain Notebook Consultant

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    Would you see a noticeable difference between 4gb of RAM with timing of 7-7-7-20 VS. 8gb of RAM @ 9-9-9-20? Im just wondering if I'd be better off to exchange my 8gb of OCZ for 4gb of HyperX while still in my return window.
     
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    Not in every day things no. Perhaps in benchmarks you'll notice a difference.

    I'd just swap for the 4gb, timings are better and probably cheaper. Plus the HyperX modules are pretty solid. I've had issues with some OCZ brand desktop RAM.
     
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    Ya i've been reading about the issues. Its been fine for me as of now, but im thinking Id rather ditch em than have something happen and be stuck.
     
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    Smart choice thinking about ditching OCZ. I don't trust OCZ anymore lol. I bought two 4gb kits and both had one defective stick causing BSODs and lock ups etc. Too much trouble imo.

    I've had my HyperX kit for over a year and swapped them back and forth between systems, tested them thoroughly for days even, never missed a beat.
     
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    Good to know, think im going to do it. Thanks!
     
    Sir_Gawain, Jan 27, 2011
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