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Old 11-02-2005, 05:21 PM   #1
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Corsair RAM - the best
Are Corsair considered the best manufacturers of RAM?
I have a choice to either purchase 1GB of DDR Corsair RAM or the same amount of Kingston RAM.
The Corsair is more expensive, but is it worth the extra $$?
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Old 11-02-2005, 09:01 PM   #2
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As RAM is built to industry standards for compatability, I treat it like a commodity where the only variable is price.
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Old 11-14-2005, 08:14 PM   #3
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You think so?

I've read alot of reviews etc in magazines where some RAM out performs others so I have to disagree there

Ever tried cheap rubbish RAM?

There is a HUGE difference from the good expensive stuff.
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Old 12-08-2005, 06:42 PM   #4
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There is much more variable in RAM than price!! Make sure you look at CAS Latency and the speed. Also, make sure you buy RAM with a heatsink over it because it will keep cooler. Try to stay away from "value" ram.

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We use mostly the Corsair "Value Select" RAM in store here, and I can't recall ever having to replace it. Top quality stuff!
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Old 12-08-2005, 10:15 PM   #6
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Yes, as I thought its one of the best and highly recommended.
I also often use Kingston RAM, never had a problem with that either.

Budget RAM sticks are a big no-no
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Old 12-18-2005, 03:06 AM   #7
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Computer magazines often say Corsair is the best RAM - I dont know if they say that because they are paid to say it, or if it really is the best. :lol:

I know its the most expensive so that has to equate for something, right?
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Yes, as I thought its one of the best and highly recommended.
I also often use Kingston RAM, never had a problem with that either.

Budget RAM sticks are a big no-no
Agreed, do not buy the very cheap kind of RAM, you do get what you pay for.
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Old 03-23-2006, 07:58 PM   #9
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I don't buy budget ram at all, just Kingston or Corsair.
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If my computer says that it has 1024MB of DD2 is that the equivalent of having that same amount of Ram? Thank you...
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If my computer says that it has 1024MB of DD2 is that the equivalent of having that same amount of Ram? Thank you...
Yes. It is most likely referring to DDR2 SDRAM.
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Old 08-15-2006, 07:25 AM   #12
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Any branded RAM is fine. Different brands have different specs as well, like there's Kingston Value RAM which is cheaper
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Thanks a lot for the advice. It will go a long way in helping me make the right decision when buying a computer. Thanks again.
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