Zeus

After a lot of testing, I think I've hit the limit of the memory I have (2x512Mb Corsair XMS3200C2 Pro). So I'm thinking about upgrading to DDR550.

My budget is £300 (approx $560) So what do you guys think of either of these: -

GeIL 1Gb (2x512Mb) PC4400 Ultra Platinum
http://www.overclockers.co.uk/acatal...aMY_2d027_2dGL

OCZ 1Gb (2x512Mb) PC4400 Dual Channel Gold LE
http://www.overclockers.co.uk/acatal...aMY_2d031_2dOC

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YiffyGriffy

Just my opinion, but I think DDR550 is overkill.. especially with un locked multis. I think you'd be better off getting some good PC3200 that'll run decent speeds with nice 2-2-2-x timings (Samsung TCCD) and just up the multi.

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Zeus

I do know what you mean Yiffy, but I do have a few reasons for going down this route.

On my system, I find that the vCore is not very stable when it's above 1.62v (+/- 0.25v). When it's set to 1.61v or lower, the vCore is very stable (+/- 0.02v)

Also, I've noticed the CPU doesn't really like the multi above 12x (although this might be due to the vCore issue). I've found its most stable with a multi of 11x.

If you have any ideas on how to sort out the vCore, I'll be grateful

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adas

i say go with the OCZ, although xms really likes his Geil...
but u get more performance with a lower multi and higher fsb, so its better to get faster ram

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Xavier1421

I have the OCZ but in PC4000 form, same latencies...Its been up to 260 FSB and havent hit a wall yet except for a clogged radiator (dust sucks)

I think either one will do what you want it to do, but OCZ has the extra voltage protection allowing for 3+ volts without voiding the warranty.

As far as your Vcore issue, its most likely a powersupply or bios issue.

That FX should fly with the right power...(being unlocked multies)

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markuk3

Zeus have a look at the new custom pc mag they have over 50 different sticks of ram on test and it has opened my eyes a bit

DaGuv

I'd say go GeIL, but i'm bias

Sai_Jao

try to get a dimm booster and run more volts thru that fing! - may work out cheaper