Wednesday, July 29th 2009
Corsair Launches Ultra-High Performance Dominator GT Family for AMD Phenom II CPUs
Corsair, a worldwide leader in high-performance computer and flash memory products, today announced the new Dominator GT line of ultra-high performance DDR3 memory modules, designed specifically for AMD Phenom II processor-based platforms using Socket AM3 motherboards.
The new 4GB (2 x 2GB) Dominator GT memory kit has been precision engineered to operate at a frequency of 1600MHz with ultra low-latency timings of 6-6-6-18 and a Command Rate of 1T. These settings are a perfect match for the latest, high-performance Socket AM3 AMD Phenom II processors, which feature an advanced, low-latency, integrated DDR3 memory controller.
"Corsair's Dominator line has long been the memory of choice for PC enthusiasts and gamers," said Jim Carlton, VP of Marketing at Corsair. "The new Dominator GT family for platforms with AM3-based AMD Phenom II processors delivers even greater levels of performance, as well as enhanced cooling options, making it the perfect memory for anyone looking for the fastest possible performance from their AM3 AMD Phenom II processor-based system."
Testing in the Corsair Lab using an AMD Phenom II X4 Black Edition processor and Asus Crosshair formula motherboard has shown average performance improvements of up to 20% when using the 1600MHz CAS 6 Dominator GT memory, when compared to standard 1333MHz DDR3 memory.
The 1600MHz CAS 6 Dominator GT kit for AM3 platforms with AMD Phenom II processors also utilizes the new DHX+ heatsink, which uniquely cools both the memory ICs and PCB, and includes removable cooling fins that allow for advanced cooling devices to be fitted. These include the recently announced Corsair Cooling Hydro Series H30 water-block and Ice Series T30 thermo-electric memory cooler, which can cool the modules up to 20 degrees C below ambient temperature for extreme overclocking performance.
The 1600MHz CAS 6 Dominator GT also supports AMD's Black Edition Memory Profiles (B.E.M.P), which allows for the aggressive latency settings to be automatically configured in Windows using the AMD OverDrive software utility.
"We are thrilled to see Corsair offer the Dominator line exclusively for socket AM3 platforms featuring AMD Phenom II processors," stated Bob Grim, senior manager, Client Product Marketing, AMD. "And in supporting Black Edition Memory Profiles, Corsair can help take overclockers to the next level by utilizing intelligent, dynamic profiles rather than simple SPD parameters."
In addition to the 1600MHz CAS 6 Dominator GT, Corsair will be offering very limited quantities of hand-screened, hand-tuned, extreme performance modules in both lower speed grades and latencies. These new modules compliment Corsair's currently available lineup of performance-matched twin-packs of Dominator and XMS DDR3 memory modules, which are also fully compatible with AM3 AMD Phenom II processor-based platforms.
Because the complexity in screening, manufacturing and testing, the 1600MHz CAS 6 Dominator GT kit will be available only through the exclusive Corsair Performance Store at www.corsair.com, which also stocks the full range of Corsair Cooling options for the Dominator GT family.
The new 4GB (2 x 2GB) Dominator GT memory kit has been precision engineered to operate at a frequency of 1600MHz with ultra low-latency timings of 6-6-6-18 and a Command Rate of 1T. These settings are a perfect match for the latest, high-performance Socket AM3 AMD Phenom II processors, which feature an advanced, low-latency, integrated DDR3 memory controller.
Testing in the Corsair Lab using an AMD Phenom II X4 Black Edition processor and Asus Crosshair formula motherboard has shown average performance improvements of up to 20% when using the 1600MHz CAS 6 Dominator GT memory, when compared to standard 1333MHz DDR3 memory.
The 1600MHz CAS 6 Dominator GT kit for AM3 platforms with AMD Phenom II processors also utilizes the new DHX+ heatsink, which uniquely cools both the memory ICs and PCB, and includes removable cooling fins that allow for advanced cooling devices to be fitted. These include the recently announced Corsair Cooling Hydro Series H30 water-block and Ice Series T30 thermo-electric memory cooler, which can cool the modules up to 20 degrees C below ambient temperature for extreme overclocking performance.
The 1600MHz CAS 6 Dominator GT also supports AMD's Black Edition Memory Profiles (B.E.M.P), which allows for the aggressive latency settings to be automatically configured in Windows using the AMD OverDrive software utility.
"We are thrilled to see Corsair offer the Dominator line exclusively for socket AM3 platforms featuring AMD Phenom II processors," stated Bob Grim, senior manager, Client Product Marketing, AMD. "And in supporting Black Edition Memory Profiles, Corsair can help take overclockers to the next level by utilizing intelligent, dynamic profiles rather than simple SPD parameters."
In addition to the 1600MHz CAS 6 Dominator GT, Corsair will be offering very limited quantities of hand-screened, hand-tuned, extreme performance modules in both lower speed grades and latencies. These new modules compliment Corsair's currently available lineup of performance-matched twin-packs of Dominator and XMS DDR3 memory modules, which are also fully compatible with AM3 AMD Phenom II processor-based platforms.
Because the complexity in screening, manufacturing and testing, the 1600MHz CAS 6 Dominator GT kit will be available only through the exclusive Corsair Performance Store at www.corsair.com, which also stocks the full range of Corsair Cooling options for the Dominator GT family.
29 Comments on Corsair Launches Ultra-High Performance Dominator GT Family for AMD Phenom II CPUs
Although I see the marketing BS coming up here too with BEMP
when it comes to components - you shouldnt shop by brand but by model
the first bad module I ever had was when I tried crucial ballistix
www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16820145224
it looks like they were doing something right with this model. 94% averaged out from 231 people
yet here: www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16820145198
I wouldnt think about ordering this. you cant just stereotype brands based upon a model#
everyone here, ofcourse, will have their preference in brands for every type of component. I am just rebutting the assumption that corsair has crap memory with facts - not opinions
I am not saying all their memory is faulty, nor that all their memory is substandard. I am saying that a few incidents with their higher-end DDR2 memory meant that I'd rather spend my money elsewhere - My free time is expensive.
Ammugonevil made a good point about bad batches also... I guess I have always been lucky with Corsair concerning that :)
what was the brand of that mobo btw? I normally run with ASUS and recently have been using Gigabyte
Corsair is one of, if not, the best RAM makers I know. Between me and people who's computers I have built, I am over at least 16 sticks from them. Not one failed.
All I can say is shit happens. Get the RAM you like, but Corsair will be one of my top picks for RAM.
In fact, I was waiting for this exact product. :laugh:
These where actualy announced in the last Dominator GT post. And i remember discussing with another member about them. Great ram, great timings, but shitty price.
Im not paying over 300 bucks for something my G.Skill can do. And i only paid 100 for them.
All I know is that it's great to see ram companies release dual channel kits. I had a hard time finding anything decent when I was in the market.. Ended up just getting some high cas gskills because they were cheap.
and we know they were anounced in the last post (not anounced) just on a list, This would be the acual anouncement ;)