It is always a time consuming exercise to look for the best ram module that best fits current and future needs. As we all know, the DDR2 modules have noticeable performance difference compared to conventional DDR module. Due to its higher latency like CAS 4 or 5 in SPD, it deters the performance of the processor and mainboard from its potential.

Corsair, the memory company that introduces low latency DDR modules again brings us low latency ram modules for DDR2. The TWIN2X1024-4300C3 is a pair of 512MByte, two-rank DDR2 SDRAM DIMMs designed for extreme speed. This part delivers outstanding performance in the latest generation of DDR2-based motherboards. It has been tested extensively as pairs in multiple DDR2 motherboards to ensure compatibility and performance at its rated speed. This memory has been verified to operate at 538MHz at the low latencies of 3-3-3-8. All XMS2 PRO Series modules include the platinum-colored high-efficiency aluminum XMS2 heatsink, and 24 activity LED’s that show the level of memory activity on each bank. This part is also available in a single module.

As we know, Corsair rams rated at the specified speed will perform accordingly. It might also be interesting to know how far can it reach beyond the spec speed. In the next page, we bring you some benchmarks of the paired modules running on EPOX EP-5WLA+ with a P4 560 (3.6G). Below are screen shots of the modules.