➀ Compute Express Link (CXL) technology is expected to move from a niche to mainstream use in 2025; ➁ CXL's support for memory expansion is a significant driver, with various server and memory solutions now available; ➂ CXL 2.0 and future generations of PCIe/CXL will enable more advanced use cases like switching and dynamic memory allocation.
Recent #ddr5 news in the semiconductor industry
➀ Kingston introduces the FURY Renegade DDR5 RGB Limited Edition, a 48GB kit with 8,000MT/s speed and RGB lighting; ➁ The design is inspired by cars and racing, featuring a carbon fiber look; ➂ The modules support three XMP 3.0 profiles and come with a lifetime warranty.
➀ Intel's Arrow Lake showcases significant memory overclocking potential; ➁ The author sets a world memory overclocking frequency record at DDR5-12666 MHz; ➂ Tips for enthusiasts on improving performance with standard cooling and liquid nitrogen overclocking.
➀ DFI has unveiled the RAP310, a high-performance microATX industrial motherboard; ➁ It is powered by AMD's AM5 socket platform with LGA design and the latest AMD Ryzen 7000 Series processor; ➂ The motherboard offers robust memory support and advanced visual capabilities.
➀ KitGuru has partnered with G.Skill to offer a DDR5 memory upgrade for the 9th day of their Advent Calendar. The prize is a 64GB Trident Z Royal DDR5 memory kit. ➁ The competition is simple: comment on their Facebook post about the amount of RAM in your PC. ➂ The winner will be chosen randomly and has 48 hours to respond. Terms and conditions apply.
➀ Team Group's T-Force brand has launched a new high-performance memory kit, the Xtreem CKD DDR5 8800 (2x 24 GB); ➁ The memory module features Client Clock Driver (CKD) technology for enhanced DDR5 speeds and overclocking potential; ➂ The design includes a 2mm-thick aluminium alloy heat spreader and 10-layer PCB for efficient heat dissipation and stability.
➀ G.Skill and ASRock achieve a new DDR5 overclocking world record; ➁ Push a 24 GB Trident Z5 CK RGB module to 12,666 MT/s; ➂ Utilizing liquid nitrogen cooling and advanced hardware.
➀ Lexar's ARES RGB DDR5 memory range is designed for gamers and PC enthusiasts with speeds up to 7200MT/s. The reviewed kit is a 32GB DDR5-6400 kit with SK hynix A-die ICs and XMP 3.0/EXPO support. ➁ The memory features RGB lighting and an aluminum heat spreader for cooling. ➂ The review covers performance testing on both Intel and AMD platforms, including benchmarks, compute and productivity tests, and gaming performance.
➀ The DDR5 era has arrived with the launch of Intel Core Ultra 200 series and AMD Ryzen 9000 series, which only support DDR5 and not DDR4;
➁ Misconceptions about DDR5, such as high latency and low upgrade value, have been resolved, highlighting DDR5's advantages;
➂ Crucial DDR5 Pro OC 6400 utilizes Micron's 1zz process technology and supports both Intel XMP and AMD EXPO standards for better compatibility;
➃ The DDR5 Pro OC can improve game frame rates with a speed of 6400 MT/s, suitable for both gamers and creators involved in data-intensive tasks;
➄ The DDR5 Pro OC 6400 offers 16GB modules with aluminum heat sinks in black or white origami-style designs, enhancing the feel;
➅ Compared to DDR4 3200 MT/s, the DDR5 Pro OC 6400 doubles data transfer capabilities and has a lower real-world latency due to its higher frequency;
➆ The performance of the DDR5 Pro OC 6400 is partly limited by the Ryzen 5 7600 CPU, but it still shows great potential for future upgrades;
➇ DDR5 is becoming a necessity in 2024, and it's time to embrace the new era of DDR5!
➀ Thermaltake's ToughRAM XG RGB D5 DDR5 memory is reviewed, highlighting its speeds from 5600MT/s to 8000MT/s and unique heatsink design. The 7200MT/s kit is tested and priced at $199.99. ➁ The memory features SK Hynix A-die ICs, XMP 3.0, and a lifetime warranty. ➂ The review includes benchmarks on Intel and AMD platforms for gaming, productivity, and encoding.
➀ Intel celebrates the arrival of MR DIMMs, a plug and play solution for ultrafast memory with double the memory bandwidth of standard DRAM; ➁ MR DIMMs operate two DDR memory ranks in a multiplexed mode, offering high data transfer rates and low latency; ➂ Intel's Xeon 6 processors support up to 3TB of MR DIMM memory at DDR5-8800 speed, with significant latency and power consumption improvements.
➀ The MSI MEG X870E Godlike motherboard is now available for $1,099; ➁ It supports DDR5-8400+ RAM and features five M.2 slots; ➂ It includes 10 GbE, Wi-Fi 7, and two USB 4.0 40 Gbps ports.
Gigabyte Z890 Aorus Master Motherboard Review: ATX with 14 USB ports, incredibly fast memory support
➀ The Gigabyte Z890 Aorus Master offers a premium mid-range motherboard experience with ultra-fast memory support and a variety of USB ports. ➁ It features 10 GbE LAN, AI/EZ DIY features, and a high-end appearance. ➂ Despite a slight price increase, it competes well with direct competitors.
➀ Lenovo showcases a new server, the ThinkSystem SR860 V3, with 128x 128GB DDR5 DIMMs and CXL memory technology; ➁ The server leverages Astera Labs Leo CXL controllers to achieve massive memory capacity; ➂ The system supports up to 16TB of memory and can accommodate four double-width GPUs.
➀ ASRock and V-Color collaborate to set a new DDR5 frequency record of 12,527 MT/s; ➁ The record was achieved using V-Color Manta Xfinity DDR5 memory on an ASRock Z890 OC Formula motherboard; ➂ Liquid nitrogen was used for cooling.
➀ Acer has launched its fastest Predator DDR5 RAM yet, reaching speeds of 8400MT/s; ➁ The new Predator Hera DDR5 RGB memory supports Intel XMP and AMD EXPO; ➂ Discounts are available on Predator memory kits and SSDs as part of early Black Friday deals.
➀ MSI's Vector 16 gaming laptop is on sale for $200 off; ➁ Packed with an Nvidia RTX 4090 GPU and Intel Core i9-14900HX processor; ➂ Features a 16-inch QHD display with up to 240 Hz refresh rate
➀ MSI and Kingston collaborate with professional overclockers to set a new DDR5 speed record of DDR5-12196; ➁ The record was achieved using a single 24GB module of Kingston's Fury Renegade RAM and MSI's MEG Z890 Unify-X motherboard; ➂ The use of liquid nitrogen is necessary to achieve such high speeds.
➀ Crucial's DDR5 Pro Overclocking gaming memory now offers speeds of 6400MT/s, doubling the data rates of DDR4 and reducing latency by 25% for smoother gameplay; ➁ The memory is built with Micron's 1ß node technology and supports both Intel XMP and AMD EXPO standards; ➂ The 32GB kit is available in black or white and priced at $118.99.
➀ G.Skill and ASUS achieve a new DDR5 memory overclocking record of 12,112MHz; ➁ The record was set using G.Skill Trident Z5 RGB DDR5 memory and an ASUS ROG Maximus Z890 Apex motherboard with Intel Core Ultra 9 285K processor; ➂ The record-breaking achievement showcases the performance of the latest Intel processors and motherboards.