Introduction

I would like to thank G.SKILL for providing us with the reviewed memory.

From the Manufacturer:

• Package : 1024MB kit (2x512MB) dual channel pack
• IC Spec : Samsung TCC5 or TCCD
• CAS Latency : 2.5-4-4-8 (PC4400)
• Test Voltage : 2.7~2.9 V
• PCB Board : 6 Layers PCB
• Speed : DDR 550 MHz (PC4400)
• Type : 184-pin DDR SDRAM
• Error Checking : Non-ECC
• Registered/Unbuffered : Unbuffered
• Quality Control : Comprehensive rigorously tested in pair at dual channel environment
• Warranty : Lifetime

Packaging

The Blister Pack from G.SKILL can be easily opened without a knife, so there is no risk of injuries. The plastic feels a bit soft, I think a bit stronger plastic might be a good improvement to reduce the risk of shipping damage.


The "background" paper in the blister pack can be folded open and reveals some info about G.SKILL, their testing methods and a contact address.


Each module has a sticker on it, which gives the rated speed and the stock timings.


The heatspreaders are golden color, but they seem to be made from a very light-weight metal, certainly not copper.


Also the area where contact is made with the memory is rather small, so I doubt the heatspreaders contribute to the memory's performance. At least they help protect against breaking off any small components when installing/uninstalling the memory.

Test Setup

We will be testing this memory at 1T timing only, because that's what enthusiasts are using to get maximum performance out of their memory.