G.Skill 6GB PC3-12800 Triple Channel DDR3 Kit Review

Conclusion

When we first heard that Core i7 processors would require new triple-channel memory kits, we couldn't help but feel that upgrading to this latest generation would create an unprecedented drain on the bank accounts of enthusiasts the world over. Thankfully, during the last few months DDR3 prices have taken a nose dive, and the end result is that what previously seemed out of reach for most is now absolutely affordable.


Case in point, the 6GB PC3-12800 CL9 DDR3 memory kit that we have reviewed today can be had for as low as $200CDN, which makes it the cheapest 6GB DDR3-1600 memory kit on the market at the time of this review. Cheap certainly doesn't mean bad in this case, since we really don't have any serious gripes about this product. Sure, we would have liked to see tighter timings, but G.Skill does offer quite a few lower latency triple-channel memory kits. From a strictly functional point-of-view, the F3-12800CL9T-6GBNQ would be an ideal match for just about any Core i7 system, since it looks great, it is stable, it runs cool, and it has enough overclocking headroom to ensure that it will not be the factor that limits your CPU overclocking endeavours.

In summary, this is not a memory kit that will necessarily dazzle you with its timings, but since it excels in most other areas and at such an undeniably attractive price, we cannot help but give this product our Dam Good Value award.