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G.Skill has announced its new quad-channel memory kits for HEDT platforms, both Intel X299 and AMD TRX40, with capacities of 64GB DDR4 RAM and 256GB DDR4 RAM. The 256GB memory kits use high-density 32GB modules, maximising the amount of RAM in your system.

There is a total of four memory kits announced by G.Skill, with more to come. Two of these were designed for Intel X299, focusing on the modules speed – 4000MHz. On the other hand, the other two kits were designed for the AMD TRX40 platform with low-latency modules.

The DDR4-4000 CL15-16-16-36 64 GB (8GBx8) memory specification, combines high speed with low-latency in 64GB memory kit ” for ultimate memory performance”, at 1.50V. This kit was validated using an Intel Core i9-10900X processor on an ASUS ROG RAMPAGE VI EXTREME ENCORE and an MSI Creator X299, designed for high-performance workstations.

The 256GB memory kit engineered for Intel X299 is an 8 module DDR4-4000 CL18-22-22-42 kit, at 1.35V, ideal for “memory hungry applications.” This kit validation was made with Intel Core i9-9920X and i9-9820X CPUs, paired with the MSI Creator X299 and ASUS PRIME X299-DELUXE II motherboards, respectively.

For the TRX40 platform, G.Skill designed a DDR4-3600 CL14-15-15-35 low-latency specification, at 1.45V for 64GB (8GBx8) TridentZ Neo memory kits. The validation process was made with the recently released AMD Ryzen Threadripper 3960X processor and the new ASUS ROG Zenith II Extreme motherboard.

As for the 256GB memory kit for the AMD HEDT platform, there's a DDR4-3600 CL16-19-19-39 256 GB (32GBx8) specification, at 1.40V. Just as the previous kit, it was validated using an AMD Ryzen Threadripper 3960X processor and the new ASUS ROG Zenith II Extreme motherboard.

All of these memory kits come with support for XMP 2.0, and will be available later this year.

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KitGuru says: Are you interested in any of the memory kits? If you're building a HEDT system, maybe it's worth taking a look at these kits. Be it an AMD or Intel HEDT platform, G.Skill has you covered.

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G.Skill Ripjaws SR910 real 7.1 gaming headset review https://www.kitguru.net/tech-news/featured-tech-news/jon-martindale/g-skill-ripjaws-sr910-real-7-1-gaming-headset-review/ https://www.kitguru.net/tech-news/featured-tech-news/jon-martindale/g-skill-ripjaws-sr910-real-7-1-gaming-headset-review/#comments Wed, 02 Dec 2015 11:43:01 +0000 http://www.kitguru.net/?p=275115 G.Skill impressed us when they sent over their new keyboard design recently and today we get to look at the latest release in the Ripjaws line: the SR910 “Real” 7.1 gaming headset. It is big. It is black and it does come packing a full 7.1 surround sound set up, which not many gaming headsets can boast. Indeed …

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G.Skill impressed us when they sent over their new keyboard design recently and today we get to look at the latest release in the Ripjaws line: the SR910 “Real” 7.1 gaming headset. It is big. It is black and it does come packing a full 7.1 surround sound set up, which not many gaming headsets can boast. Indeed G.Skill is pretty keen for you to know that too. So much so in-fact that it has given the ear-cups clear casings, letting you see the multiple drivers within.

(Read G Skill RipJaws KM780 RGB keyboard review HERE)

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Other features of the G Skill Ripjaws SR910 include an in-earcup lighting system, high-quality build materials and a dual microphone with built-in active environmental noise cancelling technology – to make your VOIP calls and in-game chat crisper and clearer than ever before.

Specifications

  • Headphone Driver Material: Neodymium Magnet.
  • Headphone Driver Diameter: 40mm (Sub) 30mm (Front) 30mm (Center) 27mm (Side) 23mm (Rear).
  • Headphone Impedance: 32Ω @ 1kHz.
  • Headphone Frequency Response: 20-20,000 Hz.
  • Microphone Type: Unidirectional Noise Cancelling Condenser.
  • Microphone Impedance: 2.2k Ω.
  • Microphone Frequency Response: 50-10,000 Hz.
  • Microphne Sensitivity: 36±3 dB.
  • Connector: USB 2.0 Type A.
  • Cable Length: 3m.
  • Weight: 420g.
  • Warranty: 2-Year Limited Warranty.
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G Skill Ripjaws KM780 RGB mechanical gaming keyboard https://www.kitguru.net/peripherals/keyboards/jon-martindale/g-skill-ripjaws-km780-rgb-mechanical-gaming-keyboard/ https://www.kitguru.net/peripherals/keyboards/jon-martindale/g-skill-ripjaws-km780-rgb-mechanical-gaming-keyboard/#comments Wed, 14 Oct 2015 08:23:02 +0000 http://www.kitguru.net/?p=270549 G Skill may be better known for their memory and storage products, but they are expanding their portfolio. Today we look at their new keyboard – the Ripjaws KM780 RGB. This keyboard incorporates Cherry MX mechanical switches and clear housings to deliver uniform RGB backlighting. It also packs a metal piped frame, detachable wrist rest, media …

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G Skill may be better known for their memory and storage products, but they are expanding their portfolio. Today we look at their new keyboard – the Ripjaws KM780 RGB. This keyboard incorporates Cherry MX mechanical switches and clear housings to deliver uniform RGB backlighting.

It also packs a metal piped frame, detachable wrist rest, media keys, macro switches and a number of other fancy functions, all into a brushed aluminium frame. This is no budget product, as RGB mechanical keyboards tend to be – but can it justify the price tag?

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The G Skill Ripjaws KM780 RGB has all of the usual back-end software features and a number of neat additional extras not included by other keyboard companies. Time to take a look up close.

Specifications:

  • Keyboard Type: Mechanical.
  • Key Switch: Cherry MX RGB Brown Switch.
  • Backlighting: Yes.
  • Anti-Ghosting: Yes.
  • Full N-Key Rollover: Yes.
  • Gaming Mode Option: Yes.
  • On-board profile: 3.
  • Additional Macro Keys: 6.
  • Dedicated Media Control Panel: Yes.
  • Audio-in and Microphone-out: Yes.
  • USB Passthrough: Yes.
  • Mouse Cable Holder: Yes.
  • Detachable palm rest: Yes.
  • Dimensions: 518 x 172 x 48 mm.
  • Dimensions: w/ palm rest 518 x 228 x 48 mm.
  • Weight: 1.36 kg.
  • Weight: w/ palm rest 1.54 kg.
  • Warranty: 2-Year Limited Warranty.
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G.Skill unveils world’s first 4GHz DDR4 memory modules https://www.kitguru.net/components/memory/anton-shilov/g-skill-unveils-worlds-first-4ghz-ddr4-memory-modules/ https://www.kitguru.net/components/memory/anton-shilov/g-skill-unveils-worlds-first-4ghz-ddr4-memory-modules/#comments Wed, 29 Jul 2015 15:15:02 +0000 http://www.kitguru.net/?p=261283 G.Skill International Enterprise Co., one of the globe’s leading makers of high-end memory modules, on Wednesday introduced its all-new Trident Z and Ripjaws V families of DDR4 memory modules designed for enthusiast-class systems running the latest microprocessors from Intel Corp. The most advanced Trident Z and Ripjaws V modules are rated to run at rather …

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G.Skill International Enterprise Co., one of the globe’s leading makers of high-end memory modules, on Wednesday introduced its all-new Trident Z and Ripjaws V families of DDR4 memory modules designed for enthusiast-class systems running the latest microprocessors from Intel Corp. The most advanced Trident Z and Ripjaws V modules are rated to run at rather incredible 3733MHz, 3800MHz and even 4000MHz clock-rates.

G.Skill Trident Z: Formula 1 of memory modules

The all-new G.Skill Trident Z memory modules were specifically developed for Intel’s new-generation “Skylake-S” microprocessors and Intel Z170 platforms, but they are fully compatible with Intel’s Core i7 Extreme high-end desktop offerings. The Trident Z modules are based on high-end memory chips made by Samsung Electronics as well as on custom printed-circuit boards. Ultra-high-performance Trident Z products feature hand-selected DRAM ICs that can run at extreme frequencies.

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G.Skill’s Trident X memory modules will be available in dual-channel and quad-channel kits featuring 8GB, 16GB, 32GB and 64GB capacities. The highest-end solutions for overclockers will be rated to run at 3600MHz (CL17 18-18-38), 3733MHz (CL17 19-19-39), 3800MHz (CL18 20-20-38) as well as 4000MHz (CL19 25-25-45) with 1.35V – 1.4V voltage

G.Skill Ripjaws V: Hypercar of memory modules

The G.Skill Ripjaws V memory modules will succeed the Ripjaws 4 family. The new modules will continue to use custom PCBs as well as hand-picked Samsung DDR4 memory ICs for high-end versions. The modules will feature revamped heatspreaders in five illuminating colors: red, blue, silver, gunmetal gray and black.

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The Ripjaws V dual-channel and quad-channel kits are optimized for operation at mainstream to high frequencies and quad-channel systems. The Ripjaws V lineup will feature modules rated to run a 2133MHz – 3733MHz with up to CL17-19-19-39 latency settings and 1.2V – 1.35V voltages.

RVTZ Launch Spec - Main

All DDR4 memory modules from G.Skill fully support Intel XMP 2.0 profiles and can automatically set maximum clock-rates when installed into compatible platforms.

RVTZ Launch Spec - Timing

The new G.Skill Trident Z and G.Skill Ripjaws V memory kits will hit the market in the coming weeks. Pricing will depend on clock-rates: 2133MHz modules are expected to be relatively affordable, but 4000MHz modules will come at a hefty premium.

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KitGuru Says: As it appears, Intel’s upcoming Core i7-6700K and Core i5-6600K “Skylake-S” processors have excellent memory controller capable of working with memory modules at whopping 4.0GHz clock-rate. Just imagine, how fast the progress is going. A little more than ten years ago 400MHz DDR was installed into high-end systems and it was considered as “extreme” clock-rate.

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G.Skill’s DDR4 memory hits 4.43GHz clock-rate https://www.kitguru.net/components/memory/anton-shilov/g-skills-ddr4-memory-hits-4-43ghz-clock-rate/ https://www.kitguru.net/components/memory/anton-shilov/g-skills-ddr4-memory-hits-4-43ghz-clock-rate/#comments Wed, 17 Jun 2015 11:36:34 +0000 http://www.kitguru.net/?p=254940 G.Skill this week announced that an overclocker has managed to push its 4GB DDR4 memory module to 4.43GHz, a new world record for this memory type. The overclocker used current-generation high-end desktop platform, so it is possible to expect that later this year this record will be beaten. Nick Shih, an overclocker who works closely …

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G.Skill this week announced that an overclocker has managed to push its 4GB DDR4 memory module to 4.43GHz, a new world record for this memory type. The overclocker used current-generation high-end desktop platform, so it is possible to expect that later this year this record will be beaten.

Nick Shih, an overclocker who works closely with Asrock, managed to overclock a G.Skill Ripjaws 4 4GB DDR4 memory module to whopping 4431MHz at the fourth annual OC World Record Stage, which was co-hosted by Intel, Samsung, G.Skill, Kingpin Cooling and leading makers of mainboards.

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Mr. Shih used a system powered by Intel Core i7-5960X microprocessor as well as Asrock X99M Killer/3.1 motherboard. The processor was cooled-down using liquid nitrogen and the module functioned in single-channel mode. Timings and voltage of the module are unknown.

The achievement of Mr. Shih is rather noteworthy because the previous DDR4 overclocking record was around 4.25GHz. It is evident that the new Ripjaws 4 memory modules from G.Skill feature better overclocking potential than those released half of a year ago.

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G.Skill uses Samsung Electronics’ memory ICs [integrated circuits] on its Ripjaws 4 memory modules.

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KitGuru Says: Traditionally, extreme overclocking results obtained using liquid nitrogen cooling and in single-channel memory mode are rather useless since modern memory sub-systems of personal computers are either dual-channel or quad-channel. However, extreme overclocking shows that DDR4 memory modules are gradually getting better and are gaining overclocking potential.

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G.Skill demos 3.80GHz quad-channel DDR4 memory, 3GHz 128GB kit https://www.kitguru.net/components/memory/anton-shilov/g-skill-demos-3-80ghz-quad-channel-ddr4-memory-3ghz-128gb-kit/ https://www.kitguru.net/components/memory/anton-shilov/g-skill-demos-3-80ghz-quad-channel-ddr4-memory-3ghz-128gb-kit/#respond Thu, 04 Jun 2015 20:51:06 +0000 http://www.kitguru.net/?p=252749 G.Skill revealed its ultimate DDR4 memory kits at the Computex trade-show this week. The upcoming DDR4 kits from the renowned maker of advanced DRAM for enthusiasts, will be able to operate at clock-rates up to 3.80GHz in quad-channel mode. Besides, the company showcased the world’s first and only 128GB DDR4 memory kit rated to work …

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G.Skill revealed its ultimate DDR4 memory kits at the Computex trade-show this week. The upcoming DDR4 kits from the renowned maker of advanced DRAM for enthusiasts, will be able to operate at clock-rates up to 3.80GHz in quad-channel mode. Besides, the company showcased the world’s first and only 128GB DDR4 memory kit rated to work at whopping 3.0GHz.

G.Skill has been offering DDR4 memory kits with rather extreme clock-rates for about a year now. At Computex, the company revealed its new Ripjaws 4 16GB (4*4GB) sets of memory modules rated to run at 3800MHz with 1.35V voltage in quad-channel mode. Precise specifications of the memory solutions are still unclear, but the company is already showcasing them in action at Computex, reports Leo Waldock, a KitGuru editor, from Taipei, Taiwan.

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The two DDR4-3800 live demo systems are based on Intel’s Core i7-5960X processors as well as Gigabyte GA-X99-SOC-Champion and Asrock Fatal1ty X99M Killer motherboards. The Gigabyte motherboard can run G.Skill’s new DDR4 memory at 3.80GHz with CL19 28-28 timings, whereas the Asrock platform can run similar DDR4 modules at 3.80GHz with CL19 25-25 latency settings. The quad-channel kits require active cooling to work at extreme frequencies.

G.Skill is expected to release its new 3.80GHz DDR4 memory modules later this year, when it finalizes specifications. Pricing of such extreme DRAM solutions is unknown, but leading-edge performance always comes at a premium price.

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The manufacturer of advanced memory modules is also working on a new no-compromise quad-channel Ripjaws 4 DDR4 kit for ultra-high-end desktops and workstations. The new 128GB kit comprised of eight 16GB DDR4 modules based on Samsung’s 8Gb memory ICs [integrated circuits] will be rated to run at whopping 3.0GHz with CL14 14-14. For those, who want higher clock-rates, but still demand a lot of memory, G.Skill plans to offer a 64GB kit that runs at 3333MHz with CL15 15-15 timings. The set uses the same memory sticks as the 128GB one.

The price of the 128GB DDR4 3.0GHz memory kit is unknown, but expect it to cost north from $2000. The 64GB kit will also not be affordable.

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KitGuru Says: In the recent years G.Skill has truly become the producer of the most advanced and highest-performing memory modules for personal computers. What DRAM brand do you prefer? Share your thoughts in the comments below or on our Facebook page.

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G.Skill developing dual-channel DDR4 kits for Intel Z170 ‘Skylake’ platforms https://www.kitguru.net/components/memory/anton-shilov/g-skill-developing-dual-channel-ddr4-kits-for-intel-z170-skylake-platforms/ https://www.kitguru.net/components/memory/anton-shilov/g-skill-developing-dual-channel-ddr4-kits-for-intel-z170-skylake-platforms/#comments Wed, 03 Jun 2015 09:41:47 +0000 http://www.kitguru.net/?p=252515 G.Skill, one of the world’s leading suppliers of enthusiast-class memory modules, at Computex introduced its new Trident Z-series DDR4 memory solutions that will be aimed at high-performance systems. The new kits will address not only Intel X99 high-end desktop platform, but also enthusiast-class Intel Z170 platforms featuring “Skylake” processors. The new G.Skill Trident Z DDR4 …

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G.Skill, one of the world’s leading suppliers of enthusiast-class memory modules, at Computex introduced its new Trident Z-series DDR4 memory solutions that will be aimed at high-performance systems. The new kits will address not only Intel X99 high-end desktop platform, but also enthusiast-class Intel Z170 platforms featuring “Skylake” processors.

The new G.Skill Trident Z DDR4 memory modules feature brand-new aggressively-styled heat-spreaders made of anodized aluminium with customized bars of different colours. The modules use black custom multi-layer printed circuit boards designed to ensure maximum overclocking potential and stability.

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G.Skill does not reveal specifications of its Trident Z memory solutions just yet, but claims that they will be available as dual-channel and quad-channel kits starting July, 2015. Traditionally, dual-channel memory kits will boast higher “out-of-box” clock-rates compared to quad-channel sets of modules. Keeping in mind that G.Skill’s fastest quad-channel DDR4 memory solutions operate at 3.66GHz, expect dual-channel Trident Z to hit something like 3.80GHz and, perhaps, even higher clock-rates.

Pricing of G.Skill’s Trident Z memory solutions remains to be seen. Since they are based on DDR4 DRAM ICs and belong to premium product segment, do not expect them to be affordable.

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KitGuru Says: The main intrigue about G.Skill’s Trident Z memory modules is the maximum clock-rate they will support out-of-box. Ironically, this may not depend entirely on G.Skill, but on capabilities of Intel’s memory controller integrated into “Skylake-S” processors.

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G.Skill debuts ‘world’s fastest’ 128GB 2.80GHz DDR4 memory kit https://www.kitguru.net/components/memory/anton-shilov/g-skill-debuts-worlds-fastest-128gb-ddr4-memory-kit-with-2-80ghz-frequency/ https://www.kitguru.net/components/memory/anton-shilov/g-skill-debuts-worlds-fastest-128gb-ddr4-memory-kit-with-2-80ghz-frequency/#comments Thu, 23 Apr 2015 11:31:48 +0000 http://www.kitguru.net/?p=246378 When it comes to high-end memory modules for enthusiasts, there is always a trade-off between their clock-rates and capacities. It is not easy to overclock DIMMs powered by multiple memory ICs [integrated circuits], which is why it is complicated to install a lot of fast memory. However, G.Skill on Thursday introduced its latest 128GB DDR4 …

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When it comes to high-end memory modules for enthusiasts, there is always a trade-off between their clock-rates and capacities. It is not easy to overclock DIMMs powered by multiple memory ICs [integrated circuits], which is why it is complicated to install a lot of fast memory. However, G.Skill on Thursday introduced its latest 128GB DDR4 memory kit that weds performance and capacity.

The new G.Skill Ripjaws 4 128GB DDR4 memory kit consists of eight 16GB 288-pin modules based on Samsung’s 8Gb DDR4 chips made using 20nm process technology. Each module can operate at up to 2800MHz with CL16 16-16-36 timings at 1.35V voltage. The memory sticks feature black Ripjaws 4 aluminium heat spreaders. G.Skill will offer different versions of enthusiast-class 128GB DDR4 kits with clock-speeds from 2133MHz to 2800MHz.

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The high-performance 128GB DDR4 kits are designed for Intel X99 platform and Core i7 5800/5900-series “Haswell-E” microprocessors. When installed, they provide memory bandwidth of up to whopping 89.6GB/s. The modules fully support Intel’s XMP 2.0 technology and can set their clock-rates – which exceed standard JEDEC-approved DDR4 frequencies – automatically. The 128GB DDR4 kits have been validated on Asus ROG X99 Rampage V mainboard.

G.Skill’s new 16GB DDR4 memory modules provide server-class capacities as well as extreme desktop-class performance. Such modules will be a great choice for people seeking for maximum memory capacity (e.g., video editors, designers, etc.) who also want to play video games comfortably with maximum framerates.

“During development of these DDR4 16GB modules, we see amazing future potential for 128GB (16GBx8) memory kits in extreme high capacity operation on upcoming platforms,” said Tequila Huang, vice president of research and development at G.Skill. “We will be witnessing the beginning of a new set of standards for extreme capacity and performance DDR4 memory kits on both current and future computing platforms. Needless to say, we are very excited for this release.”

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The latest G.Skill Ripjaws 4 128GB DDR4 memory kits are covered with a limited lifetime warranty. G.Skill has not announced pricing of its new modules and kits, but since we are talking about unique products that have no rivals, the price could easily exceed £1000/$1400/€1400. In fact, at present Newegg sells a quad-channel (4*32GB) DDR4 kit from Crucial for $2249.

Read KitGuru's review of G.Skill Ripjaws 4 32GB DDR4 memory kit HERE.

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KitGuru Says: 128GB of DDR4 memory is a complete overkill for any high-end desktop today. At the same time, not a lot of server or workstation owners would like to use factory-overclocked modules not certified by makers of their systems. It would be interesting to see how popular will 128GB DDR4 memory kits get outside of the world of boutique PC makers, who manage to sell absolutely incredible configurations at unbelievable price-points…

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G.Skill introduces 3.40GHz DDR4 memory modules https://www.kitguru.net/components/memory/anton-shilov/g-skill-introduces-3-40ghz-ddr4-memory-modules/ https://www.kitguru.net/components/memory/anton-shilov/g-skill-introduces-3-40ghz-ddr4-memory-modules/#respond Sat, 17 Jan 2015 23:59:35 +0000 http://www.kitguru.net/?p=231147 G.Skill, a leading maker of dynamic random access memory (DRAM) modules for enthusiasts, has unveiled its first 3.40GHz DDR4 memory chips. While the company is not the first to announce 3.40GHz DDR4 solutions, it will be the first to actually ship appropriate DDR4 memory modules in volume. G.Skill’s Ripjaws 4 new DDR4 memory modules are …

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G.Skill, a leading maker of dynamic random access memory (DRAM) modules for enthusiasts, has unveiled its first 3.40GHz DDR4 memory chips. While the company is not the first to announce 3.40GHz DDR4 solutions, it will be the first to actually ship appropriate DDR4 memory modules in volume.

G.Skill’s Ripjaws 4 new DDR4 memory modules are rated to run at 3400MHz with CL16 16-16-36 latency settings and 1.35V voltage. The memory sticks will be available in quad-channel 16GB (4GB*4) memory kits for Intel Core i7 “Haswell-E” high-end desktop platforms (HEDT). The new high-performance memory kits come with awesome Turbulence III memory fans.

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Separately, G.Skill introduced a DDR4 3200MHz memory kit with CL15 timings, which should become popular among those, who believe that latency settings play a good role in memory sub-system's performance nowadays.

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According to G.Skill, the new Ripjaws 4 DDR4 3400MHz 16GB (4GBx4) memory kit is made from hand-picked DRAM devices during  a “highly-selective binning process.” The modules have been tested for compatibility on the Asus Rampage V Extreme and Gigabyte X99-SOC Champion motherboards, the manufacturer said.

G.Skill did not reveal the price of the new modules and memory kits, but given their exclusive specifications, do not expect them to be affordable.

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KitGuru Says: While premium modules that can operate at 3.40GHz will certainly attract attention of enthusiasts of extreme performance, the vast majority of end-users will hardly even notice the announcement of G.Skill. Still, a several quarters from now, when Intel Corp. introduces its unlocked Skylake-K processors for “mainstream” overclockers, 3400MHz DDR4 memory modules will certainly get rather popular.

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G.Skill’s Ripjaws DDR4 memory modules overclocked to 4GHz https://www.kitguru.net/components/memory/anton-shilov/g-skills-ripjaws-ddr4-memory-modules-overclocked-to-4ghz/ https://www.kitguru.net/components/memory/anton-shilov/g-skills-ripjaws-ddr4-memory-modules-overclocked-to-4ghz/#respond Fri, 29 Aug 2014 22:45:16 +0000 http://www.kitguru.net/?p=209643 G.Skill said on Friday that its specialists have managed to overclock the company's Ripjaws 4-series DDR4 memory modules to rather whopping 4GHz effective data-rate. While 4004MHz this is not particularly the world’s record memory frequency, the achievement shows that the first-generation DDR4 memory modules are rather good for overclocking. To push a 4GB Ripjaws 4 DDR4 …

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G.Skill said on Friday that its specialists have managed to overclock the company's Ripjaws 4-series DDR4 memory modules to rather whopping 4GHz effective data-rate. While 4004MHz this is not particularly the world’s record memory frequency, the achievement shows that the first-generation DDR4 memory modules are rather good for overclocking.

To push a 4GB Ripjaws 4 DDR4 memory module to 4.0GHz, overclockers from G.Skill used a testbed powered by Asus ROG X99 Rampage V Extreme mainboard as well as Intel Core i7-5930K processor cooled by liquid-nitrogen. The frequency of the microprocessor was lowered to 2184.24MHz in order to maximize overclocking potential of its memory controller. The final frequency of the module was 4004.4MHz.

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While the overclocking memory in single-channel mode does not have any practical meaning since today’s memory sub-systems are dual- or quad-channel, the 4GHz clock-rate demonstrate the potential of the DDR4 in general.

If the very first commercial DDR4 modules can hit 4GHz, imagine what can be expected a couple of years down the road when DRAM makers learn how to make high-speed DDR4 chips, module and mainboard manufacturers develop sophisticated PCB designs for DDR4 and memory controller developers (e.g., Intel, AMD, etc.) realize how to develop advanced controllers.

It is interesting to note that 4266MHz is officially the highest effective data-rate for the DDR4 standard in general. Given the current overclocking result, it is likely that JEDEC, an organization that develops DRAM-related standards, will have to increase the DDR4 goals and extend the the DDR4 roadmap to include higher frequencies.

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The world’s highest computer memory frequency that has ever been reached is 4.62GHz (4620MHz), according to CPU-Z. DDR4 yet has to hit such clock-rates, but it will clearly do it in the foreseeable future.

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KitGuru Says: It is tremendously interesting to learn what the world’s top overclockers will manage to achieve with DDR4 memory in the coming weeks and months…

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G.Skill officially unveils 3.20GHz Ripjaws 4 DDR4 memory modules https://www.kitguru.net/components/memory/anton-shilov/g-skill-officially-unveils-3-20ghz-ripjaws-4-ddr4-memory-modules/ https://www.kitguru.net/components/memory/anton-shilov/g-skill-officially-unveils-3-20ghz-ripjaws-4-ddr4-memory-modules/#respond Fri, 22 Aug 2014 23:02:28 +0000 http://www.kitguru.net/?p=208547 G.Skill on Friday officially introduced its Ripjaws 4 DDR4 memory modules designed for performance enthusiasts. The Ripjaws 4 product line will include multiple modules with clock-rates ranging from 2133MHz to 3200MHz. G.Skill’s Ripjaws 4 quad-channel DDR4 memory kits will consist of 4GB or 8GB memory modules that work at 2133MHz, 2400MHz, 2666MHz, 2800MHz, 3000MHz or …

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G.Skill on Friday officially introduced its Ripjaws 4 DDR4 memory modules designed for performance enthusiasts. The Ripjaws 4 product line will include multiple modules with clock-rates ranging from 2133MHz to 3200MHz.

G.Skill’s Ripjaws 4 quad-channel DDR4 memory kits will consist of 4GB or 8GB memory modules that work at 2133MHz, 2400MHz, 2666MHz, 2800MHz, 3000MHz or 3200MHz effective data-rates with CL16 16-16-36 or CL15 15-15-35 timings. Ripjaws 4 modules feature 1.2V voltage for kits with frequencies below 2800MHz and 1.35V voltage for 3000MHz/3200MHz solutions.

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The Ripjaws 4 memory modules with clock-rates over 2400MHz support Intel XMP 2.0 for automatic and trouble-free tuning. According to G.Skill, the modules have been validated for compatibility with “most upcoming X99 motherboards” with a series of rigorous tests in quad-channel mode.

As reported, the Ripjaws 4 DDR4 modules are equipped with all-new heat-spreaders painted in red, blue or black. The height of the memory modules is 40mm, which means that they should be compatible with the majority of high-end CPU coolers.

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So far only G.Skill and Avexir have announced DDR4 memory modules with effective clock-rates higher than 3.0GHz. G.Skill will likely ship its 3.20GHz DDR4 modules in the coming weeks, whereas Avexir is expected to supply its 3.40GHz DDR4 modules in the coming months.

The first-generation DDR4 memory modules will be aimed at Intel Corp.’s Core i7 5800-/5900-series “Haswell-E” high-end desktop (HEDT) platforms featuring quad-channel memory sub-systems. Intel will official launch its new Core i7 Extreme processors as well as the X99 platform on the 29th of August, 2014.

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KitGuru Says: With the formal announcement of 3.20GHz DDR4 memory modules, it becomes clear that the first-gen DDR4 solutions will clearly beat DDR3 in terms of effective data-rates. But what about actual performance in real-world applications?

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Overclocking World Cup finalists announced https://www.kitguru.net/channel/event/jon-martindale/overclocking-world-cup-finalists-announced/ https://www.kitguru.net/channel/event/jon-martindale/overclocking-world-cup-finalists-announced/#comments Wed, 21 May 2014 11:16:37 +0000 http://www.kitguru.net/?p=194295 While it might not have the prize pool of The International 2014, G Skill's World Cup for overclockers is heating up, with the six finalists announced right alongside a $10,000 cash prize for the champion. Set to compete are: der8auer from Germany, ZeR0_Dan from China, Hero from China, Xtreme Addict from Poland, Splave from the …

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While it might not have the prize pool of The International 2014, G Skill's World Cup for overclockers is heating up, with the six finalists announced right alongside a $10,000 cash prize for the champion. Set to compete are: der8auer from Germany, ZeR0_Dan from China, Hero from China, Xtreme Addict from Poland, Splave from the USA and good ol' 8Pack from the UK.

To get to this stage of the competition, the finalists have had to compete in online qualifiers over the past month, consistently posting top benchmarks and overclocks from the comfort of their own homes – or more likely the hardware store they work at, since few home ‘clockers have access to the amount of NO2 these guys must get through.

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These individuals will be heading to Computex to compete head to head for the grand prize, between 3rd and 6th of June, at the Taipei Nangang Exhibition.

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I bet there's one guy hoping for an arm wrestling tie-breaker

The schedule has 8Pack vs Hero on day One, with Splave going against Xtreme Addict at the same time. This competition is expected to continue through the next day as well, with Zero_Dan and der8auer facing off on the 5th. On the 6th, the final, final will take place between the victors, leading to the cash being awarded later that day to the world's best overclocker. Runners up receive smaller payouts, though still not bad. Second place takes home $1,500 and a couple of 16GB memory kits, whilst third has a single kit and $1,000.

For more information, check out the HWbot page here.

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KitGuru Says: Sponsors from Seasonic, MSI and of course GSkill will be in attendance, so swing by if you want some free swag. 

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GSkill most popular memory for HWBot overclockers https://www.kitguru.net/components/memory/jon-martindale/gskill-most-popular-memory-for-hwbot-overclockers/ https://www.kitguru.net/components/memory/jon-martindale/gskill-most-popular-memory-for-hwbot-overclockers/#respond Wed, 02 Oct 2013 11:45:05 +0000 http://www.kitguru.net/?p=155567 If you're an overclocker, enthusiast or system builder and you're also part of the HWBot community, chances are you use GSkill memory. That won't apply to everyone of course, but the memory manufacturer has just announced that out of all the brands in use around the world, its one is the most popular among HWBot …

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If you're an overclocker, enthusiast or system builder and you're also part of the HWBot community, chances are you use GSkill memory. That won't apply to everyone of course, but the memory manufacturer has just announced that out of all the brands in use around the world, its one is the most popular among HWBot members benching Haswell CPUs.

While GSKill's whole brand is quite popular, with the RipjawsZ and PI kits making quite an impression, it's the TridentX kits that people love so much. As many as 20 per cent of all users on the site have benched with a TridentX kit at some point. The nearest competitor by users is Corsair, with its Vengeance and Dominator kits – both with around 10 per cent total stake in the community.

If you're looking at the number of results though, Teamgroup also does really well, coming in second only to GSkill. Avexir is also a contender, taking the bronze medal.

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GSkill's dominance isn't anything new though. According to HWBot statistics, it's been the most popular memory manufacturer among its members since 2011.

KitGuru Says: Let's do a quick survey of KG readers and see if it's in line with HWBoy's community. What memory type do you guys have in? I'll go first: Corsair Vengeance. 

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G.Skill Cup for Overclocking competition launches https://www.kitguru.net/components/memory/jules/g-skill-cup-for-overclocking-competition-launches/ https://www.kitguru.net/components/memory/jules/g-skill-cup-for-overclocking-competition-launches/#respond Sat, 28 Apr 2012 08:00:19 +0000 http://www.kitguru.net/?p=89527 Few memory companies have been pushing the boundaries as hard as G.Skill over the past 2 years. Following the launch of its latest TridentX modules, G.Skill has decided to celebrate with an easy to enter competition. KitGuru goes to a high street jewellers to play with some clocks. If you've never touched overclocking, then it's …

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Few memory companies have been pushing the boundaries as hard as G.Skill over the past 2 years. Following the launch of its latest TridentX modules, G.Skill has decided to celebrate with an easy to enter competition. KitGuru goes to a high street jewellers to play with some clocks.

If you've never touched overclocking, then it's possible that you wouldn't have heard of Belgian outfit, HWBOT. It's a team of internationally recognised overclockers, hardware experts and enthusiasts that acts as ‘OC Test Centre' for some 30,000 overclockers across the globe. Since it began, it has managed to accumulate over 550,000 scores – showing clearly who's top dog in a variety of tests, including the 3 tests that G.Skill boffins are interested in:-

  1. Memory Clock
  2. ‘No Limit' Ivy Bridge Super Pi 32M
  3. IGP 3DMark 06

Frank Hung from G.Skill explained the competition, “Following the release of TridentX, G.SKILL is thrilled to host an extreme overclocking contest at HWBOT, the widely recognized authority in the field of overclocking. The G.SKILL CUP OC competition will start May 1st and run until May 30th and consists of three different stages with 14 G.SKILL Memory kits offered to the winners. For more detail, please refer to the event page”.

You can find the page that Frank was referring to over here.

REMEMBER: Your entry MUST have the right G.Skill wallpaper – which you can get from HWBOT.

Let's be honest: G.Skill knows how to build a cool stand and hire great show girls - but the chaps struggle when it comes to making tea. That said, they know the way to win a girl's heart is with a single red rose. Winning memory with this competition is simple.

KitGuru says: So, there you have it. Simple to enter and, if you rock the clocks, simple to win!

Comment below or in the KitGuru forums.

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G.Skill lops 10% off premium memory at eBuyer https://www.kitguru.net/components/memory/faith/g-skill-lops-10-off-premium-memory-at-ebuyer/ https://www.kitguru.net/components/memory/faith/g-skill-lops-10-off-premium-memory-at-ebuyer/#respond Tue, 10 Apr 2012 05:50:51 +0000 http://www.kitguru.net/?p=86584 While Samsung has been rubbing its corporate hands together with glee at an overall increase in memory prices, some companies are still working hard to deliver value for UK enthusiasts. KitGuru does a quick price check and discovers some interesting results. If you're building an AMD Fusion system, then faster memory will deliver a much …

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While Samsung has been rubbing its corporate hands together with glee at an overall increase in memory prices, some companies are still working hard to deliver value for UK enthusiasts. KitGuru does a quick price check and discovers some interesting results.

If you're building an AMD Fusion system, then faster memory will deliver a much better experience in every area – including graphics results.

For Intel boxes, the more overhead, the less chance of a bottleneck when your CPU is under severe duress.

Also, there's an argument for upgrading from 4GB to 8GB when using high end video-based applications like Adobe After Effects – which seems perfectly happy to eat every single gigabyte your rig can offer.

The days when no-name-bastard-ram cost £10 a gigabyte are long gone. These days, even the better memory in the market is still very affordable – especially if your preferred choice is G.Skill RipJawsX memory shipping with 2,133MHz standard clocks.

We've just been told that 8GB of this premium ram (2x 4GB) is now only £49 at eBuyer – down from £55 at the start of the Easter Weekend. Not sure if this is just a weekend special, but any price drop on quality memory is very welcome.

More details and stock availability here.

It's big. It's fast. It's jagged and red. Nope, it's not Zardon before breakfast. It's 8GB RipJawsX 2133

KitGuru says: If you're building a new rig and need 8GB of very fast memory, then this has to be a consideration now it's under the £50 marker.

Comment below or in the KitGuru forums.

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G.Skill 8GB DDR3 1600Mhz RipjawsX Review https://www.kitguru.net/components/memory/zardon/g-skill-8gb-ddr3-1600mhz-ripjawsx-review/ https://www.kitguru.net/components/memory/zardon/g-skill-8gb-ddr3-1600mhz-ripjawsx-review/#comments Mon, 04 Jul 2011 11:21:40 +0000 http://www.kitguru.net/?p=51691 A short while ago we reviewed the G.Skill Ripjaws 4GB DDR3-2133mhz kit which was retailing for an incredibly low £50 inc vat. Today we are looking at the latest G.Skill 1600mhz RipjawsX bundle which is an 8GB kit retailing for £59.15 inc vat. Is this an ideal upgrade for your new system build? Has G.Skill …

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A short while ago we reviewed the G.Skill Ripjaws 4GB DDR3-2133mhz kit which was retailing for an incredibly low £50 inc vat. Today we are looking at the latest G.Skill 1600mhz RipjawsX bundle which is an 8GB kit retailing for £59.15 inc vat. Is this an ideal upgrade for your new system build? Has G.Skill made any compromises?

As we said before, G.Skill are peppering the market with quality products at extremely competitive price points. While the 4GB RipjawsX kit offers faster speeds, many people are feeling that 4GB is the minimum memory count for a new system, with a wider audience opting for 8GB configurations. The kit we are reviewing today is rated at 9-9-9-24 latencies @ only 1.5V.

  • Capacity: 8GB (2 x 4GB)
  • Speed: DDR3 1600 (PC3 12800)
  • Cas Latency: 9
  • Timing: 9-9-9-24
  • Voltage: 1.5V
  • ECC: No
  • Buffered/Registered: Unbuffered
  • Multi-channel Kit: Dual Channel Kit
  • Features: Designed Specifically for Intel Sandy Bridge CPUs and P67 Platforms
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Overclocking World Records – under the G.Skill covers https://www.kitguru.net/channel/event/jules/overclocking-world-records-under-the-g-skill-covers/ https://www.kitguru.net/channel/event/jules/overclocking-world-records-under-the-g-skill-covers/#respond Mon, 06 Jun 2011 12:28:59 +0000 http://www.kitguru.net/?p=48019 Computex 2011 was one of the best ever. What we enjoyed most was that no one stand was overly-expensive, but everyone made an effort to do cool/interesting stuff. So, overall, the effect was welcoming and engaging. Arguably, some of the biggest crowds drawn at the show were around the world record clocking on the G.Skill …

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Computex 2011 was one of the best ever. What we enjoyed most was that no one stand was overly-expensive, but everyone made an effort to do cool/interesting stuff. So, overall, the effect was welcoming and engaging. Arguably, some of the biggest crowds drawn at the show were around the world record clocking on the G.Skill stand. Here's a little behind the scenes imagery that did not make it into KitGuru's original report.

Setting world records means making components go faster than their designers originally specified. Sometimes, by a huge amount.

As the clocks go higher and higher, so the amount of ‘juice' escaping from the system increases – exponentially as you approach complete component failure.

Keeping the heat down means exotic cooling, which – on the G.Skill stand – came in the form of 2 giant Liquid Nitrogen Cylinders (LN2).

World class overclocking kit - held together by chewing gum and string (or so it seems)

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The rumours ARE true - liqud nitrogen DOES make things cold - official

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It's all very technical around the mainboard itself. Only the finest quality kitchen towel is used.

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It's all bog standard equipment - available from all good newsagents

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KitGuru knows that the way to the heart of any Lady-Geek is with a frozen red rose

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KitGuru says: Big thank you to G.Skill for making such an entertaining stand at Computex 2011 – it was good watching the build up, record attempts and playing around with LN2 after.

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G.Skill releases DDR3 2300MHz 8GB memory for the Intel P67 platform https://www.kitguru.net/components/memory/raymond-daily/g-skill-releases-ddr3-2300mhz-8gb-memory-for-the-intel-p67-platform/ https://www.kitguru.net/components/memory/raymond-daily/g-skill-releases-ddr3-2300mhz-8gb-memory-for-the-intel-p67-platform/#respond Wed, 04 May 2011 11:32:16 +0000 http://www.kitguru.net/?p=44113 G.Skill International Co. Ltd., manufacturer of extreme performance memory and solid-state storage with solid quality, today announces the world’s fastest 8GB (4GBx2) DDR3 memory, rated at 2300MHz CL9 with only 1.65V voltage. This ultimate memory kit will join G.Skill award winning Ripjaws-X family and will be available soon via G.Skill global authorized distribution partner. Since …

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G.Skill International Co. Ltd., manufacturer of extreme performance memory and solid-state storage with solid quality, today announces the world’s fastest 8GB (4GBx2) DDR3 memory, rated at 2300MHz CL9 with only 1.65V voltage. This ultimate memory kit will join G.Skill award winning Ripjaws-X family and will be available soon via G.Skill global authorized distribution partner.

Since the demand of big capacity memory has grown dramatically, G.Skill R&D team has been dedicated to develop the fastest and best performing products based on 4GB memory sticks continuously. Following the marvelous achievement of DDR3 1900MHz 48GB and DDR3 2200MHz 16GB kits, G.Skill once again pushed the memory speed further and developed the industry leading memory kit. The DDR3 2300MHz CL9 kit has passed a series of rigorous tests and guarantees the best stability and performance.

“The 2300MHz RipjawsX 8GB gives you extreme speed and you can also enjoy the big capacity simutanously. It not only delivers record breaking overclocking performance, but also broaden your choices for building up an extreme performance workstation and a gaming machine” said Michael Chao, senior R&D manager at G.Skill.

All G.Skill memory products come with lifetime warranty and the G.Skill technical team is always ready to provide consumers with complete technical support via online forums, facebook, telephone and email.

Since the demand of big capacity memory has grown dramatically, G.Skill R&D team has been dedicated to develop the fastest and best performing products based on 4GB memory sticks continuously. Following the marvelous achievement of DDR3 1900MHz 48GB and DDR3 2200MHz 16GB kits, G.Skill once again pushed the memory speed further and developed the industry leading memory kit. The DDR3 2300MHz CL9 kit has passed a series of rigorous tests and guarantees the best stability and performance.

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G.Skill Sniper DDR3 8GB 1600mhz 1.25v (SR2) Memory review https://www.kitguru.net/components/memory/zardon/g-skill-sniper-ddr3-8gb-1600mhz-1-25v-sr2-memory-review/ https://www.kitguru.net/components/memory/zardon/g-skill-sniper-ddr3-8gb-1600mhz-1-25v-sr2-memory-review/#comments Tue, 12 Apr 2011 15:15:50 +0000 http://www.kitguru.net/?p=41613 Recently G.Skill announced their latest Sniper memory which is designed specifically for PC gamers and system modders. They have underwent extensive compatibility tests to ensure high performance operation on a variety of Intel and AMD platforms. This new Sniper series is a new ultra low voltage design which runs at 1.25v, saving power over the …

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Recently G.Skill announced their latest Sniper memory which is designed specifically for PC gamers and system modders. They have underwent extensive compatibility tests to ensure high performance operation on a variety of Intel and AMD platforms.

This new Sniper series is a new ultra low voltage design which runs at 1.25v, saving power over the course of a year, while reducing emitted heat.

We are looking today at the 8GB kit (2x4GB) which is sure to on the shortlist of many enthusiast gamers looking for an upgrade.

Our kit on review today is the last in this list, available in 8GB/12GB/16GB and 24GB capacities. The timings are set at 9-9-9-24 @ 1.25volts.

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G.Skill announce Phoenix EVO, based on 2xnm NAND flash https://www.kitguru.net/components/ssd-drives/raymond-daily/g-skill-announce-phoenix-evo-based-on-2xnm-nand-flash/ https://www.kitguru.net/components/ssd-drives/raymond-daily/g-skill-announce-phoenix-evo-based-on-2xnm-nand-flash/#respond Fri, 01 Apr 2011 07:56:33 +0000 http://www.kitguru.net/?p=40364 G.Skill International Co. Ltd., manufacturer of extreme performance memory and solid-state storage with solid quality, today announces its new Phoenix EVO SSD, utilizing the performance leading controller SandForce SF-1222 and high quality 2xnm NAND flash chips. The Phoenix EVO drive contains 115GB with rated speed of read/write 280/270 MB/sec, and will be available via G.Skill …

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G.Skill International Co. Ltd., manufacturer of extreme performance memory and solid-state storage with solid quality, today announces its new Phoenix EVO SSD, utilizing the performance leading controller SandForce SF-1222 and high quality 2xnm NAND flash chips. The Phoenix EVO drive contains 115GB with rated speed of read/write 280/270 MB/sec, and will be available via G.Skill authorized distribution partners in early April.

Keeping pace with the flash manufacturers’ transition from 3xnm to 2xnm, G.Skill has utilized 2xnm flash chips for its award winning SSD, Phoenix family. To ensure the best performance and reliability during the transition, G.Skill has teamed up closely with SandForce and has run G.Skill Phoenix EVO through a wide range of rigorous tests with the latest firmware. All Phoenix EVO drives only use strictly selected original flash chips from key suppliers to guarantee the top reliability and stability.

Although 2xnm based Phoenix EVO requires more over-provisioning space and less performance comparing with G.Skill current 3xnm based Phoenix Pro drive, it certainly is a great choice for cost effectiveness and delivers a positive impact on affordability for the customer. On the other hand, all G.Skill Phoenix Pro drives still use only 3xnm flash ICs to guarantee the consistency of rated performance and capacity.

“The performance benchmark of G.Skill Phoenix EVO is listed on G.Skill official website. With the information transparency, consumers can easily choose the right product according to their desire and budget” said Wales Tsai, the G.Skill SSD product manager.

G.Skill Phoenix EVO SSD comes with 3 years warranty and the G.Skill technical team is always ready to provide consumers with complete technical support via online forums, telephone and email.

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G.Skill Launches New Sniper Memory Series https://www.kitguru.net/components/memory/carl/g-skill-launches-new-sniper-memory-series/ https://www.kitguru.net/components/memory/carl/g-skill-launches-new-sniper-memory-series/#respond Mon, 14 Mar 2011 16:19:43 +0000 http://www.kitguru.net/?p=37695 Memory isn't the sexiest looking of computer components, but GSkill have released new modules which are set to tickle the taste buds of many enthusiast gamers. They have created new ‘Sniper' memory with unique gun styled heat spreaders. The new sniper series is designed specifically for gamers and modders, with extensive compatibility tests already approved …

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Memory isn't the sexiest looking of computer components, but GSkill have released new modules which are set to tickle the taste buds of many enthusiast gamers.

They have created new ‘Sniper' memory with unique gun styled heat spreaders. The new sniper series is designed specifically for gamers and modders, with extensive compatibility tests already approved under Intel and AMD Platforms.

The New Sniper series is designed in ultra low voltage, especially 1.25V. This kit can save up to 10% electric power which will simultaneously allow gamers to enjoy smooth gaming without any overheat problems and meet energy efficiency requirements.

Gaming takes a lot of memory consuming processes, therefore, the big capacity memory kit is necessary. G.Skill Sniper series not only fulfill your needs, but also maximize your gaming experience with the range from 4GBx2 to 4GBx6.

This Sniper series comes with two stylish colors, unique pitch-black and metallic army green.

Frequency Timing Available Capacity Voltage Color Model name Compatible Platforms
1333MHz CL 9-9-9-24 8GB/12GB

/16GB/24GB

1.5V Black SR P55/P67/H61/H67/X58/AMD AM3
1600MHz CL 9-9-9-24 8GB/12GB

/16GB/24GB

1.5V Black SR P55/P67/H61/H67/X58/AMD AM3
1600MHz CL7-8-7-24 8GB/12GB

/16GB/24GB

1.6V Black SR P55/P67/X58
1866MHz CL9-10-9-28 8GB/12GB

/16GB/24GB

1.5V Black SR P55/P67/X58
1333MHz CL 9-9-9-24 8GB/12GB

/16GB/24GB

1.35V Metallic Army Green SR1 P55/P67/H61/H67/X58
1600MHz CL 9-9-9-24 8GB/12GB

/16GB/24GB

1.35V Metallic Army Green SR1 P55/P67/X58
1333MHz CL 9-9-9-24 8GB/12GB

/16GB/24GB

1.25V Black SR2 P55/P67/H61/H67/X58
1600MHz CL 9-9-9-24 8GB/12GB

/16GB/24GB

1.25V Black SR2 P55/P67/X58
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G.Skill Sniper RAMs, Ripjaws and Fans https://www.kitguru.net/components/cooling/jules/g-skill-sniper-rams-ripjaws-and-fans/ https://www.kitguru.net/components/cooling/jules/g-skill-sniper-rams-ripjaws-and-fans/#comments Sat, 05 Mar 2011 13:19:51 +0000 http://www.kitguru.net/?p=36284 Roll the clock back 3 years and almost no one had heard of G.Skill. Sure, they were started in 1989, but it wasn't until the 7th August 2009 that G.Skill's Ripjaws performance memory hit the market and people started to pay attention. At CeBIT 2011, KitGuru managed to get up close and personal with the …

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Roll the clock back 3 years and almost no one had heard of G.Skill. Sure, they were started in 1989, but it wasn't until the 7th August 2009 that G.Skill's Ripjaws performance memory hit the market and people started to pay attention. At CeBIT 2011, KitGuru managed to get up close and personal with the latest products.

As processors become more and more demanding, so the various bottle necks in a system come under scrutiny. While it's true that not everyone would benefit from 3000MHz memory with a CAS latency of 5, many people would actually get a measurable performance boost if they replaced their existing modules with the latest generation of DDR3 sticks.

Either that's a really small G.Skill lady or some very large Sniper memory modules

One of the key identifiers of a cheap system is a lack of heat spreader on the memory modules. The next stage up is to have a decent heat spreader with an extended fin formation, to increase the surface area available for cooling.

Ultimately, if you really want the coolest memory possible, then you need to think about airflow. Many systems will be happy with the air drawn across the board by the CPU fan. However, in extreme cases, you might want to consider actively cooling the memory itself.

Here's the latest solution from G.Skill, for just such a situation.

Memory cooler in situ

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Side view

Bear in mind that a mega-cooler like the Austrian sandwich might not fit with 2 fans.

We wanted to make Tina Lu famous, so we asked her finger to guest star in this picture

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KitGuru says: It's good to see smaller memory companies innovating. It's a tough market, with some very big competitors like Kingston, AData and Corsair in the picture. We with G.Skill's R&D team well and we're looking forward to seeing what they present at Computex 2011 in June.

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G.Skill showcase new Phoenix II 6GBps SSD and other goodies at Cebit 2011 https://www.kitguru.net/components/memory/jules/g-skill-showcase-new-phoenix-ii-6gbps-ssd-and-other-goodies-at-cebit-2011/ https://www.kitguru.net/components/memory/jules/g-skill-showcase-new-phoenix-ii-6gbps-ssd-and-other-goodies-at-cebit-2011/#respond Wed, 02 Mar 2011 08:49:20 +0000 http://www.kitguru.net/?p=35892 Gskill have been showcasing their new products at Cebit this year, some of which look very impressive indeed. Their new Phoenix II is going to use the latest SandForce SF-2000 series controller and the latest Micron 25nm NAND Flash. Under the latest SATA 6Gbps high-speed storage standard, the G.Skill Phoenix II SSD delivers never before …

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Gskill have been showcasing their new products at Cebit this year, some of which look very impressive indeed.

Their new Phoenix II is going to use the latest SandForce SF-2000 series controller and the latest Micron 25nm NAND Flash.

Under the latest SATA 6Gbps high-speed storage standard, the G.Skill Phoenix II SSD delivers never before seen sequential read/write speed at 550/500 MB/s.

G.Skill are also releasing a brand new and completely unique design of performance memory for PC gamers. G.Skill Sniper DDR3 Gaming Memory Series totes a unique gun styled heatspreader that complements the enthusiasm and style PC gaming enthusiasts who love to have their PC look as great as they play. The Sniper DDR3 Gaming Series will be available via G.Skill authorized distribution partners worldwide in early March.

They have also announced the ultimate DDR3 memory kits: 2,300MHz CL7 and 2,133MHz CL6. These two will join the popular G.Skill RipjawsX family and allow overclocking enthusiasts to reach the absolute most performance out of their Intel P67 platforms.

KitGuru says: Some sexy goodies on their way from G.Skill in 2011.

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