Recommend some DDR3 memory?

[cbuchach]

I am looking to put together a simple new Pentium Dual core system for my parents and am looking at the ASUS P5G43T-M Pro LGA 775 Intel G43 HDMI Micro ATX Intel Motherboard - Retail from Newegg which supports DDR3 memory. I need something pretty basic that will work at standard frequencies and want to spend <$90 for a 2x2GB kit--any suggestions, I checked Newegg and there are several choices in this price range.

Thanks

 

[Blain]

DDR3 1333 or 1600 rated to operate at 1.5v... don't worry about CAS ratings.

 

[semo]

what Blain said.

also, why not go for phenom II x2 for your setup?

 

[lothar]

DDR3 1333 or 1600 rated to operate at 1.5v... don't worry about CAS ratings.

Any reason why you consider 1.5v to be more important than CAS ratings?
I was under the impression that as long as it's 1.65v or less, it's okay.

1.) http://www.newegg.com/Product/Produc...82E16820231303
2.) http://www.newegg.com/Product/Produc...82E16820231277

So assuming the 1st kit wasn't on sale and was the regular price, you'd still recommend Kit #2 over it only because it runs at 1.5v eventhough Kit #1 runs at CAS 7?

I'm just trying to understand why running CAS 9 at 1.5v is more important than CAS 7 at 1.6v that's all.

Also, GSkill recently released their "ECO" line series which run at 1.35v
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Produc...82E16820231319

Would you recommend the ECO series over both kit #1 and #2 considering the volts, price, and yes...CAS ratings?

 

[Corsairs]

I'm also interested to hear about the ECO line, as that's what I'm looking at for my own new PC build. 1.35V and CAS 7 seems pretty sweet.

 

[lothar]

Their entire line is here.
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Produc...esc=eco&amp;Page=1

I find it odd that the CAS 7 DDR3 1600 kit is $5 cheaper than the CAS 8 version.
Pricing error maybe?

 

[Corsairs]

I was wondering the same thing. Think it would be wise to jump in and make a purchase of the CAS 7 kit while it's priced where it is right now ($120)?

 

[lothar]

I was wondering the same thing. Think it would be wise to jump in and make a purchase of the CAS 7 kit while it's priced where it is right now ($120)?

Pay $120 for 1.35v kit when one can get the same exact specs at 1.6v for $80?
Only if I'm an environmentalist maybe.

Until I see evidence of it's overclocking abilities, it's best to err on the side of caution.

 

[Blain]

Any reason why you consider 1.5v to be more important than CAS ratings?

* 1.5v is the DDR3 JEDEC standard
* CAS timing differences are meaningless in real world applications these days

 

[PUN]

I agree with Blain,
Go with 1.5v 1333 or 1600

 

[Craig234]

I agree with Blain,
Go with 1.5v 1333 or 1600

I need a recommendation for DDR3 (4G Bshould be plenty for gaming right) for an AMD setup MSI 790FX bpard. Would the same recommendation apply? (Avoiding a new thread just for AMD).

Any specific recommendations for make and/or any deals?

Like the OP I'm not current on RAM info, little idea what I'm looking for.

 

[Blain]

Buy This

 

[Craig234]

Buy This

Sold out. Was that to the OP for I Intel, or my AMD or both?

 

[PUN]

both

 

[lothar]

Sold out. Was that to the OP for I Intel, or my AMD or both?

Not anymore.