Let's take PC2700 DDR RAM as an example. Crucial has RAM running at CAS latencies of 2.5. Corsair has modules running at 2.0. If you do not plan to overclock, will you see a difference in performance?

It looks like G.Skill has cracked the code to one of the biggest complaints with DDR5 memory, that being propensity for high CAS latencies. There have been efforts to release lower latency kits, some ...

Selecting the best memory solution in terms of system performance often means designers must trade memory density versus performance. As today's processors continue to speed up, main memory grows ...

We may receive a commission on purchases made from links. At first glance, seeing a string of numbers like "34-42-42-96" on RAM packaging might be puzzling — but they carry important technical meaning ...

In brief: DDR5 memory chips generally have higher latency than DDR4, but this usually doesn't pose a problem under normal usage. However, MSI has released a firmware update to address a mild latency ...

Crucial looks to have very good pricing, ($331 shipped for 2gig of 512MB DDR PC3200 RAM). I'm buying for a Dual 2.0Ghz G5. They spec the CAS Latency as 3.<BR>View ...