
Corsair CMY8GX3M2A1866C9 Vengeance Pro 8GB DDR3 Desktop Memory
Unleash Your System's Potential with High-Performance Memory The Corsair Vengeance Pro Series 8GB (2x4GB) DDR3 Desktop Memory is engineered for overclocking and optimized for performance on the latest Intel Core platforms. With a striking design and efficient heat spreaders, this memory kit not o...
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Overview
Unleash Your System's Potential with High-Performance Memory
The Corsair Vengeance Pro Series 8GB (2x4GB) DDR3 Desktop Memory is engineered for overclocking and optimized for performance on the latest Intel Core platforms. With a striking design and efficient heat spreaders, this memory kit not only enhances your system's speed but also adds a touch of style.
Key Features:
- Overclocking Ready: Built from an eight-layer PCB and highly-screened memory ICs for superior overclocking potential.
- Efficient Cooling: Effective heat spreader provides optimal cooling to improve overclocking headroom.
- Stylish Design: Aggressive yet refined form factor with color accent clips to match your system's color scheme.
- Optimized for Intel: Performance-optimized for 3rd and 4th generation Intel Core platforms.
- XMP 1.3 Support: Easy and automatic stable overclocking with XMP 1.3 profile support.
Specifications:
- Brand: Corsair
- Series: Vengeance Pro
- Model: CMY8GX3M2A1866C9
- Capacity: 8GB (2 x 4GB)
- Memory Type: 240-Pin DDR3 SDRAM
- Speed: DDR3 1866 MHz (PC3 15000)
- Cas Latency: 9
- Timing: 9-10-9-27
- Voltage: 1.5V
- Multi-channel Kit: Dual Channel Kit
- Heat Spreader: Yes
Key Features
Density: 8GB (2x4GB)
Speed: 1866MHz
Tested Latency: 9-10-9-27
Voltage: 1.5V
Format: DIMM
Pin Out: 240 Pin
Limited Lifetime Warranty
Specifications
Pros & Cons
👍 Pros
- Offers a total of 8GB memory capacity, configured as two 4GB modules, for dual-channel setups.
- Operates at a speed of 1866MHz, providing faster data transfer rates compared to slower modules.
- Features a low tested latency of 9-10-9-27, which can enhance system responsiveness.
- Designed with a 240-pin DIMM format, ensuring compatibility with standard desktop motherboards.
- Backed by a limited lifetime warranty, offering long-term assurance for the product.
👎 Cons
- The 8GB total capacity may be insufficient for users with very demanding applications or intensive multitasking needs.
- As DDR3 memory, it is not compatible with newer motherboards that exclusively support DDR4 or DDR5.
- The 1.5V voltage may be higher than some low-voltage DDR3 modules, potentially consuming slightly more power.
- The specific heat spreader design is not detailed, which might be a factor for aesthetic-conscious builders.
- Requires two DIMM slots to achieve the 8GB capacity, leaving fewer slots available for future expansion if the motherboard has limited slots.