G-Skill or Ballistix Tracer?

there was a time when ballistix was great memory to have but somewhere down the road they just nosedived in reliability with every new batch they manufactured. on the other hand, every set of g.skill i have ever used/owned has never done me wrong.

that aside, i have used both of those particular sets of RAM in two different client builds and i can confirm my previous statement in saying that the g.skill (despite having higher timings) were more reliable when OC'ing

g.skill has got my vote

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Unfortunately, despite what NewEgg says, the G-Skill 1600 tri-channel kit is out of stock. I just had my third order cancelled by them in the last 24 hours. I still love the Egg, but I carry a frown face.

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Your review swayed me to the Ballistix. I also ordered an Antec 1200, so the blue LED's will match nicely. Thank you all for your help, and thanks Deagle for the killer deal on the i7. I love this forum.

I use all Ballistix. They had one questionable batch in DDR2 and fixed it. Chances are I build more rigs than most people here So if there were issues I of all people would have problems.

if you doubt me go to www.outoftheboxmods.com and count the builds no problems.

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I agree, the Ballistix had a rough time with their DDR2 line. But I still have a computer I built for a friend running 4x1Gb Ballistix Tracers, and they are running strong. I just dont run them above 2.0v.

Ballistix had some compatibility issues with the x38/x48 chipsets, which also made them drop in popularity.

From what I have read, the DDR3 Ballistix are fine, and should be perfect for the OP's build.

OP, post a review after you've had a chance to test them so others on OCN can see if they are worth getting.

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Will do, but it won't be immediate. I expect to have the build up by Thursday, but I have to learn how to OC an i7. Once I get it stable, this will be the first review I post. I have a feeling I'm in a whole different world now moving from my AMD965 rig.

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To be honest, i7 OCing has matured quite a bit. It should be relatively easy now. A year ago, before there was so much complied data, it was quite challenging. But you should get the hang of it quite quickly. Just check out the voltage recomendations, settings and guides posted on OCN.

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Hell **** no. OCZ is the WORST RAM I have ever purchased, right next to Geil. Nothing against you, I appreciate the help (+rep). I just had to vent.

EDIT: I've also already purchased the Ballistix sticks.

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Multiple RMA's and cryptic foreign tech support. Newegg gave me my money back, and I bought some G-Skill. It was just a bad experience, and my venting wasn't very reasonable. Sorry about that.

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Most of the tech support are native English speakers (I thought at least.) Tony is from England I know. I see why you wouldn't like them now Good luck with those sexy Ballistix

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Nice to see the review helped you decide. While they may not be the best timed kits out there I think for the price, quality, superb looks, and stability these modules they are a great choice!