CES 2008: Kingmax to Display 2000 MHz DDR3 Memory Modules

The DDR3 standard is not a new presence on the specialized market. The upcoming X48 chipset from Intel has brought yet another speed hysteria when it comes to memory, and, of course, memory manufacturers have rushed to come with the best, the fastest and the cheapest solution.

The first to jump the 2000 MHz "fence" in the memory business was Adata with their Vitesta DDR3 2000X offering. The other memory manufacturers have also started offering DDR3-2000 chips and modules, but these almost never go beyond the gigabyte limit per card. Kingmax has made a comeback in the spotlight and presented its 2GB DDR3 memory module to reach a blazing frequency of 2000 MHz.

Although the memory modules feature unmatched speeds, latencies of 9-9-9-24 are normal for this type of memory given the fact that both frequency and density values are sky-high. Unlike the average memory modules that only "suck" 1.80 volts of power for normal functioning, Kingmax's hungry DDR3 modules can "drain" up to 2.15V in exchange for the 2000 MHz.

As seen during the Consumer Electronics Show, the Kingmax DDR3 memory modules come equipped with a special heatsink, that resembles to that found on Corsair's Dominator modules, aimed especially at overclockers. Heat dissipation is a vital aspect, as the high frequencies and higher voltage input are sure to leave an impressive heat fingerprint.

The 2GB memory modules are designed to comply with the JEDEC circuit specifications. The Kingmax technology prevents the memory modules from interfering with the nearby circuits and provide stability and reliability even though they are working at high frequencies. The Memory modules are packed with the latest FBGA (Fine-pitch Ball Grid Array) technology, that significantly reduces the chip physical dimensions.

Kingmax's DDR3 memory modules are expected to hit the retail market later this month, as the manufacturer is already taking orders. However, expect to be shocked, as a single 2GB memory module will be priced around 500 Euros. Financially generous overclockers should already place an order. The others should stick to the Adata Vitesta's DDR3 2000X modules - there's no difference between the two brands when running at that speed.