Following on the trend of adding LED lights to memory modules, which it pioneered with the XMS Pro series of DDR modules, Corsair has taken now the concept a stage further, with these delightfully over-the-top XMS Xpert modules.
In terms of base specifications the XMS Xpert modules are no different from the XMS Pro modules that won an Editor choice award in our group test last year. Corsair sent us two 512MB sticks in for review, rated at PC3200 (400MHz). The latency timings are 2-2-2-5 which is as good as it gets. As we’ll see though, these modules are not for the hardcore overclocker, but rather for those looking for a cool new feature to add to their PC.
The physical dimensions of the XMS Xpert modules are also similar to the XMS Pro modules. However, the top part has been changed and instead of a row of LED lights you’ll find a row of pins. The pins interface with the display module, and it is this that sets the XMS Xpert memory apart from every other memory stick currently on the market.
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Apr 13, 2005, 04:20 PM
