How We Test

As most modules are designed to run at high speeds, our tests look to show off what they can do both stock and overclocked. We use a variety of software to find the maximum clocks and timings each module can run at. Today we shall be using Everest, SiSoftware Sandra, and MAXXMEM². CPU-Z shall be playing a part in denoting what results we get. All overclocking is done within the BIOS and no overclocking software used in the Windows environment.

We will be looking at Read, Write, Copy (all MB/s), and Latency (ns) with regards to the applications used to test the memory. Each test was run 10 times and only the best results are represented.

Our Test System

- Intel Core i7 930

- Gigabyte GA-X58A-UD7

- Patriot Extreme Vipers 1600MHz 8-8-8-24

- HIS 5850 1024MB

- Cogage Arrow CPU Cooler w/ San Ace H1011

- Fractal Design Newton R2 800W

- Intel X25-M Gen2 80GB

- Microsoft Windows 7 Ultimate 64-Bit

*All testing was done open bench.