Does CAS 2 vs 2.5 really matter?

[TKHDebater]

I have an older Inspiron 8100 which in all honesty is probably in need of a replacement but I love the UXGA screen and don't really have the money. Instead I'd like to upgrade my RAM from 256mb to the max of 512. Crucial recommends CAS 2 however at newegg for half the price I could get CAS 2.5. Will my system still run?

Thanks

 

[ssvegeta1010]

Check the RAM in your computer now. It is probably CAS 2.5 or 3. If it is CAS 2.5 then Newegg's RAM is fine.

 

[fbrdphreak]

For SDRAM, CAS latency doesn't make as big of a difference due to the low clock speed. Just get the lowest CAS you can find/afford but put capacity before latency in that case.

 

[TKHDebater]

Thanks