AMD Performance Edition 8GB/16GB Memory Review (built by Patriot)

We received two boxes of AMD performance memory, in 8GB configurations (2x4GB per box). The branding is very clear on the front of the box, and it would be impossible to tell that Patriot were actually involved in the product.

There is no bundle with the memory, just two sticks encased inside a tough plastic container.

Each stick has a low profile heatspreader, heavily branded by AMD. We like the low profile heatspreader design as they do not interfere with any of the latest, supersized CPU coolers. There really is no need anymore for high profile memory cooling solutions, they only get in the way of a system build.

AMD told us that the sticks have been carefully selected using high quality pre-screened IC's. They undergo a strict testing policy before selection and are backed up with a lifetime warranty. You can't ask for more than that.

The memory is set to timings of 8-9-8-24 at 1.65V. These aren't the tightest timings we have seen, but they are much better than the majority of 1,600mhz rated modules currently available on the market. On the rear of each stick is an AMD memory sticker with ‘built by Patriot' clearly marked top right.

They are listed as AP38G1608U2K part number. It may be difficult to see in the images above, but the heatspreaders are significantly thicker than any we have seen recently and are crafted from aluminum. The red and black shading looks great too. We couldn't remove them from the PCB underneath as they appeared to be glued to the memory modules.

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