| Most memory chip makers have been concentrating on higher frequencies at the expense of
latencies. The two leading memory module manufacturers – Corsair Memory and OCZ Technology unveiled memory modules having low latencies.
The two companies unveiled new flavors of PC3200 memory modules with extremely low latencies to achieve the maximum effective bandwidth out of memory that functions at 400MHz. Corsair’s PC3200 XL family of memory modules yield stable operation with CL2 2-2-5 (read: CAS-tRCD-tRP-TRAS) settings, while OCZ’s new PC3200 Platinum are rated to function at CL2 2-2-8 settings.
Michael Schuette, Director of Technology Development at OCZ Technology said that given the fact that in most architectures the host bus cannot handle the Memory bandwidth, we need to refocus on what the real needs are. He also said that Seamless data flow can only be achieved in a low latency
environment.
OCZ’s PC-3200 Platinum Rev. 2 Dual Channel kit features an integrated heat spreader to aid in heat dissipation and is covered by OCZ's no-hassle lifetime warranty and technical support service.
Both companies already had some modules with Low latencies in their product lineups. OCZ’s Platinum Edition PC3200 memory modules that have been available for some time now are rated to function at CL2 2-2-7, while Corsair’s LL family of products unveiled more than a year ago was designed to run at CL2 2-2-5 settings.
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