SUMMARIZING
After reading the main features and parameters of RAM memory I have explained in the previous two posts, you are able to decide which RAM configuration you need for your personal computer.
But to summarize, here are my final recommendations for RAM memory purchases, which will remain valid even for the next generation platforms:
- I recommend to buy Kingston RAM memory modules.
- 2 modules of 1 GB or 2 modules of 2 GB of DDR2-800 or DDR2-1066 memory. It's not worth spending more money on DDR3 memory yet.
- Always get as few memory modules as possible, but equip all memory channels of a system to get maximum performance. The ideal configuration consists of two DIMMs today, and three DIMMs with Intel’s upcoming Core i7 systems.
- Look for quick timings, latencies for example (smaller numbers are better), but it's not worth spending substantial money on slightly faster modules.
- Spend additional budget on a faster processor, a faster graphics card or a faster drive instead of fast memory, unless you need overclocking memory
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