G.Skill RipjawsX F3-1600C9Q-32GXM
The RipjawsX series appeared in G.Skill’s
products range along with the introduction of Intel’s second-generation Core
processors, so it was designed for Sandy Bridge CPUs and platforms in the first
place. The current position has changed, so today, the RipjawsX series consists
of high-quality modules for mid-range computers. For example, the RipjawsX
F3-1600C9Q-32GXM kit that we have for our tests has not only LGA2011 and LGA1155
in various modifications but even Socket AM3/AM3 + /FM1/FM2 listed as its
target platforms.
Agian, the packaging is a dual-sided
blister wrap. There is a colorful piece of paper inserted inside, but you cannot
read it until you remove the cover. Actually, it does not have anything
particularly exciting to share with you. Included with the module is a small
patch of G.Skill logo.
G.Skill
RipjawsX F3-1600C9Q-32GXM
All modules of G.Skill RipjawsX series features
memorable design thanks to their special heatsink. Originally shaped and
efficient, the heatsinks are easy to produce and not very large. These figured
bars of aluminum only increase the height of the memory modules to 40mm. The azure-colored
anodizing and the colorful stickers with logo make them look beautiful while
their heat dissipation is improved through the complex shape of the top. They
are fixed on the chips with an adhesive thermal interface.
G.Skill
RipjawsX F3-1600C9Q-32GXM with azure-colored anodizing and the colorful
stickers with logo
The G.Skill RipjawsX F3-1600C9Q-32GXM
includes four 8GB modules, so they talk all the memory slots of the mainboard
with a very small gap in between. That’s why the notches on the edge of the
heat sinks are very important: the air flows through them, cooling the memory
chips. The height of the heatsinks makes them compatible with most air cooler
for the CPUs. They are going to fit under the cooler, the closest memory slot,
though just barely.
Like the Ares F3-1333C9Q-32GAO, the
RipjawsX F3-1600C9Q-32GXM modules are pretty hot. Their radiators had a
temperature of up to 58°C during our tests. Therefore, the radiators seem to be
a key part of this memory kit, especially when the highest temperature is quite
low compared to the Ares module.
It is no surprise that the RipjawsX
F3-1600C9Q-32GXM modules are overheated as they are based on the same chips as
the Ares discussed above. But here we have purebred Micron D9PQL chips that are
repositioned (not really successful) as SpecTek. According to the official
sources, the chips are rated for DDR3-1600 CL11 mode, but the modules are rated
for CL9, so there must have been some procedure to select the best chip. From
this point, the RipjawsX F3-1600C9Q-32GXM is a full-featured overclocker-friendly
product that uses the specially selected components. The same thing takes goes
for high-quality PCB of BrainPower.
The
RipjawsX F3-1600C9Q-32GXM has purebred Micron D9PQL chips
The modules have
an XMP profile, so they are finally not so original.
These
modules have an XMP profile.
Like any other overclocker-friendly product,
the RipjawsX F3-1600C9Q-32GXM goes with a lifetime warranty and undergoes presale
testing at the manufacturer's facilities. It announced to be compatible with a
large number of mainboards based on the Intel’s P67, Intel's Z68 and Z77chipsets.
Specifications
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32 GB Dual-channel kit consists of four memory
modules, 8 GB each;
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Nominal frequency: 1600 MHz
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Timings: 9-9-9-24-2T
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Supports XMP
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Voltage: 1.5 V
G.Skill Sniper F3-1866C10Q-32GSR
Interestingly, G.Skill offers different
product lines for those overclockers and gamers. For example, the four-piece
Sniper F3-1866C10Q-32G is positioned as a gaming product. These modules are
specifically designed in the heat sinks, which are styled as weapon components.
Mainboard manufacturers also experiment with the exterior design of the products
in such a way, so G.Skill Sniper series seems to be specifically designed for the
Sniper mainboard series from Gigabyte
.
G.Skill
Sniper F3-1866C10Q-32GSR with the design as a weapon component
The aluminum heatsinks of the Sniper modules
have rough black coating and intricately shaped molded parts. We would not call
them elegant but it does taste different. They are also effective in terms of cooling
as other heatsinks, such as the ones we saw on the Ares and RipjawsX kits, but
the Sniper modules have a total height of 42mm. This is really too high to
ensure compatibility with tower-design CPU coolers. So if you plan to buy a
G.Skill Sniper kit, you should make sure in advance that it is compatible with
your computer parts, especially as the Sniper F3-1866C10Q-32GSR kit needs all
four DIMM slots, including the one that is nearest to the CPU.
The Sniper F3-1866C10Q-32GSR kit is shipped
in a dual-side blister wrap, like the other products from G.Skill. Besides the modules,
there is a sticker with G.Skill logo inside.
The
modules have a total height of 42mm
The radiators are fixed on the Sniper
F3-1866C10Q-32GSR modules by means of dual-sided heat-conductive adhesive tape.
It’s quite easy to take it out but the original marking is removed from the
chips, so we cannot say anything about their origin. The PCB is similar to
those of the products discussed above. They are produced by BrainPower.
The Sniper F3-1866C10Q-32GSR kits are produced by
BrainPower
The G.Skill Sniper F3-1866C10Q-32GSR is quite
different from the others in terms of practical applications. It's hot even
with its default settings. The radiators may heat up to 55°C or higher when the
overclocking potential is lower. In fact, this product is really aimed at
gamers, not at overclockers.
Like other memory kits of this review, it
contains four identical 8GB modules.
To increase the clock rate to 1866 MHz, the
manufacturer had to lower the timings but the voltage is still at 1.5 V volts,
so the Sniper F3-1866C10Q-32GSR kit won’t abuse your memory controller.
XMP is supported in this gaming product.
There are even two almost identical profiles that coincide with the official
specifications.
XMP
has two almost identical profiles
Like other products from G.Skill, the Sniper
F3-1866C10Q-32GSR is shipped with a lifetime warranty. The list of compatible
mainboards is quite long and impressive, including not only many LGA1155 mainboards
but also platforms with the Intel X79 chipset.
Specifications
·
32 GB Dual-channel kit consists of four memory
modules, 8 GB each
·
Nominal frequency: 1,866 MHz
·
Timings: 10-11-10-30-2T
·
Supports XMP
·
Voltage: 1.5 V
