We're some ways into the DDR5 generation now, and memory makers have been continuously improving with new memory modules. Now just ahead of the launch of new DDR5-supported platforms, Klevv is unveiling its new CRAS XR5 RGB DDR5 memory kit. This particular memory kit is available in a 32GB (16GB …
Read More »G.Skill introduces two new low-latency Trident Z5 RGB DDR5 memory kits
G.Skill is expanding its DDR5 memory line-up with new high-speed, low-latency kits. The new Trident Z5 RGB DDR5 kits support XMP 3.0, and offer speeds up to 6800MHz. G.Skill's two new kits are the first from the company to run at these specifications. The fastest kit comes with 32GB (2x16GB) …
Read More »The RTX 4080 may have both 16GB and 12GB variants at launch
Just when we thought the specifications for the RTX 4080 were finally set in stone, a new rumour has appeared, suggesting the exact opposite. It seems the RTX 4080 GPUs may come in two variants, one with 16GB of memory and the other with 12GB. According to MEGAsizeGPU, the RTX …
Read More »G.Skill launches Trident Z5 Neo and Flare X5 DDR5 memory for next-gen Ryzen
AMD is launching its new generation of Ryzen processors, and its first DDR5-capable platform in September. Ahead of the launch of Ryzen 7000 and AM5 motherboards, memory makers have begun unveiling their new AMD-optimised DDR5 memory modules. G.Skill will be expanding here with two new DDR5 memory product lines – …
Read More »Corsair launches AMD-optimised DDR5 memory kits
Last night, AMD officially announced its new generation of Ryzen processors, alongside the AM5 platform. These products will be launching in late September, and there will be AMD optimised DDR5 memory too, with Corsair being amongst the first to announce. Last night following AMD's event, Corsair announced the new Dominator …
Read More »TeamGroup T-Force Delta RGB 32GB 6400MHz Review
Would you pay £450 for 32GB DDR5? TeamGroup certainly hopes so
Read More »Ryzen 7000 CPUs will boast faster infinity fabric and ship in new packaging
We're rapidly approaching the launch for AMD's new Ryzen 7000 series processors and as a result, we're seeing more leaks. This week, we learned that AMD has designed new packaging for its new-gen processors, and it also seems that AMD has quietly increased the speed of its Infinity Fabric too. …
Read More »Micron is producing faster GDDR6X modules, presumably for next-gen Nvidia GPUs
Prior to the launch of the RTX 30 series, Micron and Nvidia worked closely on GDDR6X memory to bring a speed boost to Nvidia's graphics cards. Now, Micron has begun production of faster GDDR6X modules, seemingly in preparation for next-gen Nvidia graphics cards. In an update to its website (via …
Read More »Intel is killing off its Optane memory business
During Intel's Q2 earnings call, Pat Gelsinger, the company's CEO, announced plans to shut down the Optane memory business. According to Gelsinger, part of the reason is an industry-shift to other technologies, which have become more popular than Optane. . According to Tom's Hardware, Intel will have to pay $559 million …
Read More »Thermaltake revamps TOUGHRAM DDR5 memory line-up
Back in January, Thermaltake unveiled its first set of TOUGHRAM DDR5 memory. In the months since, the team has been working away on new and improved modules ahead of next-gen CPUs like Intel's Raptor Lake chips and AMD's Ryzen 7000 series. Today, Thermaltake is launching the new TOUGHRAM RC DDR5, …
Read More »Kingston launches Fury Beast DDR5 RGB memory with up to 6GHz speeds
Today, Kingston is launching its new FURY Beast DDR5 RGB memory. The Kingston Fury Beast family boasts the first DDR5 module to break 10,000MT/s through overclocking, although factory-set speeds are still fairly impressive. The Kingston Fury Beast DDR5 RGB memory series is Intel XMP 3.0 ready and qualified by leading …
Read More »DDR5 memory prices have dropped considerably this year
Late last year, Intel launched its Alder Lake processors, ushering in the age of DDR5 memory. At first, DDR5 memory prices were through the roof, with 32GB kits going for over £400. Since then, the market has improved considerably. ComputerBase has been checking in on the price of DDR5 memory …
Read More »Corsair reaches 6600MHz speeds with new Dominator Platinum RGB memory
Corsair is launching new high-speed DDR5 memory this week. The new Dominator Platinum RGB DDR5 kits are capable of speeds up to 6,600MT/s, making these modules amongst the fastest on the market today. The Corsair Dominator Platinum RGB DDR5 memory series is available with DDR5-6000, DDR5-6200, DDR5-6400 and now, DDR5-6600 …
Read More »AMD has an alternative to XMP 3.0 for high-speed DDR5 memory
In the weeks leading up to and during Computex, there have been many briefings, keynotes and presentations. In one presentation, MSI appears to have confirmed AMD EXPO, a new feature coming to the AM5 platform to offer improved memory speeds and compete with Intel's XMP 3.0. The MSI presentation slide, …
Read More »New patent suggests AMD is working on an auto-overclocking tool for memory
With the DDR5 generation upon us, AMD is looking to boost its support for high-performance memory. According to newly discovered patent filings, one of the ideas AMD is testing is an auto-overclocking tool for memory, which would make obtaining faster speeds more convenient for users. AMD filed the patent (via …
Read More »G.SKILL Trident Z5 RGB 32GB 6000MHz Review
We check out G.Skill's Trident Z5 RGB DDR5 kit, with excellent timings and flashy RGB
Read More »G.Skill’s latest DDR5 memory modules make significant latency improvements
Just a few weeks ago, G.Skill revealed the lowest latency DDR5 kit to date, offering CL34 timings. Development on DDR5 has been moving fast and G.Skill has already managed to out-do itself, offering the first DDR5 XMP-spec modules with under CL30 latency. Today, G.Skill is launching the new DDR5-5600 CL28 …
Read More »G.Skill launches first Ripjaws DDR5 SO-DIMM memory with up to 5200MHz speeds
We’ve seen a focus on desktop DDR5 memory over the last six months, but availability of DDR5-equipped laptops is also improving. For those looking to get some extra performance, G.Skill is now launching DDR5 SODIMM modules. G.Skill's new DDR5 “Ripjaws” SO-DIMM modules will soon be available for laptops and small …
Read More »AMD AM5 motherboards for Ryzen 7000 CPUs may drop DDR4 support
We're still months away from AMD's AM5 platform launch and the release of Ryzen 7000 series processors, but leaks and rumours are giving us an early idea of what to expect. According to industry sources, AMD's AM5 platform launch will include the X670 and B650 motherboards at first, and apparently …
Read More »G.Skill launches new ultra-low latency DDR5 Trident Z5 memory
G.Skill has been expanding its DDR5 memory line-up with new kits regularly since the launch of Trident Z5 DDR5 memory last year. This week, the company is launching a new ultra-low latency DDR5 memory kit, offering 32GB capacity at up to 6600MHz. The new Trident Z5 DDR5-6600 CL34 32GB memory …
Read More »Corsair launches Vengeance DDR5 SODIMM memory for laptops
We've seen a focus on desktop DDR5 memory over the last six months, but availability of DDR5-equipped laptops is also improving. For those looking to get some extra performance, Corsair is now launching DDR5 SODIMM modules. Corsair Vengeance DDR5 SODIMM modules are optimised for the latest DDR5 gaming and performance …
Read More »G.Skill launches Trident Z5 DDR5-6000 memory
Back in October 2021, G.Skill unveiled the Trident Z5 family of DDR5 memory, starting off with 6400MHz 32GB (2x 16GB) kits. Now, G.Skill has unveiled the fastest 64GB DDR5 memory kit to date, achieving speeds of 6000MHz in 2x 32GB configuration. The latest dual-channel memory kit from G.Skill offers DDR5-6000 …
Read More »Philips is reportedly branching into the memory market with DDR4 and DDR5 modules
Philips has always been widely known in the consumer electronics markets, featuring a broad portfolio of products, including TVs, monitors, headsets, earphones, Hue devices, lamps and various home utilities. However, the company may soon expand into a whole new market – DDR memory. According to leaked photos on the BoardChannels …
Read More »Apple may finally jump to 8GB RAM with iPhone 14
We're roughly half a year away from the launch of Apple's next-generation iPhones. The iPhone 14 is expected to make a number of key upgrades, one of which could finally be an increase in RAM on future iPhone models. While there are plenty of 8GB, 12GB and even 16GB Android …
Read More »NAND Flash contamination sees WD and Kioxia lose 6.5 exabytes of storage
The SSD market could see a price spike over the coming months, as Western Digital and Kioxia have reportedly lost 6.5 exabytes of flash storage to contamination issues at its factories. As reported by TrendForce, Western Digital (WDC) and Kioxia found a material contamination at NAND Flash production lines in …
Read More »G.Skill and ASUS set new DDR5 record with 8888MHz overclock
Since the launch of DDR5 in late 2021, G.Skill has been hard at work to push speeds to new heights. This week, the company revealed that in its latest overclocking collaboration with ASUS, a new DDR5 world record has been set. Working with ASUS and extreme overclocker “lupin_no_musume”, G.Skill Trident …
Read More »Top 3 Memory Kits of 2021!
Luke picks his top 3 memory kits for 2021, including both DDR4 and DDR5
Read More »KitGuru Advent Calendar Day 32 – Win a PNY bundle including an RTX 2080, a 500GB SSD and DDR4 memory! (closed)
For day 32 on the KitGuru Advent Calendar, we have teamed up with PNY to give away a great PC upgrade bundle, including an RTX 2080 graphics card, a 500GB SSD and a set of DDR4 memory!
Read More »KitGuru Advent Calendar Day 29 – Win GoodRAM memory and an SSD! (closed)
For day 29 on the KitGuru Advent Calendar, we have teamed up with GoodRAM to give away THREE great prizes. One winner will get a 32GB RDM PRO DDR4 memory kit and a 1TB M.2 SSD, while two additional winners will get a new HX100 portable SSD!
Read More »DDR5 memory will be in short supply until the second half of 2022
While many memory makers have announced and ‘launched' new DDR5 memory kits in late 2021, availability has still been very scarce in many markets around the world. According to Micron, this trend is likely going to continue throughout a good chunk of 2022. If you've been looking to upgrade to …
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