Geil PC3200

[brettjrob]

I am thinking of switching from my AMD760/XP2000+ system to the Intel platform, probably a Springdale board. This will require me ditching my PC2100 RAM if I am to go with an 800FSB P4.

Looking at the prices for memory at NewEgg, it seems that 2 sticks of 256MB will run me a good $120+ if I go with Corsair or Kingston HyperX, quite a bit by my standards considering I already have to shell out about $300 for the mobo and CPU. Then I see the brand Geil, whose RAM is far cheaper than the other brands... I could get 1GB of PC3200 (albeit with slower timings, but not really much of a problem) for $140, or if I just wanted 2 sticks of 256 it would be something like $85.

Reading the reviews on NewEgg, it seems that some love it and think it's the best value, while others have trouble... however I noticed they are mostly nForce2 users.

So the question is, should I take a risk and go with Geil, or just fork over the big bucks for Corsair XMS? Anyone with firsthand experience combining Geil RAM with an 865PE/875P mobo, your input would be greatly appreciated.

 

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I like my GEIL PC3200 memory

 

[Corporate Thug]

GeILs lower end (non platinum) pc3200 sucks, often not being able to run at advertised speeds. XMS is definately worth the money. (i think you can get a 512 stick @ gameve for $103/ shipped free)

 

[brettjrob]

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[Jeff7]

Originally posted by: Cartman2003
I like my GEIL PC3200 memory

Same here; running 2 sticks of this in my main system, plus 1 of that and one of these in my second system. Both are running at advertised speeds, in dual channel mode, no problems. That's on 8RDA+ motherboards though (nForce2).