We have reached the end of another review, so it is once again time to consolidate, and get straight to the major talking points. Does Neo Forza have a product worthy of the consumer high-density memory sector?

To narrow down the best use case of a large memory kit, let's start with who the kit is marketed for. Any amount of system memory above what is the standard at the time in a desktop computer is already a minority in the overall user base. The further away that number is from current baselines, the more niche the kit becomes. There are primarily two types of consumer groups that have a need for this extra system memory. PC enthusiasts who want the most system memory regardless of cost, and the prosumer. We can sub-divide even further by looking at specific scenarios.

A 64 GB DDR4 kit in 2022 is reasonable for a prosumer, the main group buying these high-density memory kits. Prosumer is a word often describing someone who intensively uses their computer for more than recreational purposes. Thus, tasks that effectively utilize a relatively large quantity of system memory. Easy examples are effects animators and video or photo editors, or musicians creating music with VST plugins, layering tracks in projects that quickly eat up memory if the musical composition is complex enough. There are also advantages to having lots of memory as a programmer, Virtual Machines (VM) require system memory; the more memory you have, the easier it is to have simultaneous projects running, as well as a workflow adjusted to your talents.

This memory kit isn't limited to those who only use the computer strictly for work. Gamers can be content creators, It is not uncommon to use streaming software such as Open Broadcaster Software (OBS), Discord and a few web browser tabs open while streaming live on Twitch or YouTube. Running out of system memory can be detrimental: the live stream could be cut short from a crash due to lack of system memory. Running out of memory can also lead to poor gaming performance, which no one enjoys.

This Neo Forza MARS DDR4-4000 memory kit is a bit of an oddity if you will. That is because the kit offers real-world benefits for two groups of consumers that are far apart on the spectrum in their need for a large amount of system memory. Often, prosumers are looking for maximum system stability and uptime, while keeping the budget well below enterprise solutions. Though If guaranteed 100% up-time is essential, it is recommended to use a workstation with ECC memory to address those concerns. On the opposite end of the spectrum, those who primarily play games, or non mission-critical tasks, take more risks in the pursuit of performance. So who is this memory really for? Well, considering this DDR-4000 MARS kit has a XMP profile of 4000 MT/s, it can be a challenge to setup this memory to operate in the preferred Gear 1 mode. This would be the memory's ideal configuration, but always possible depending on the installed system.

While this kit can certainly be used just for work, RGB lighting pushes this memory towards gamers who either want the most amount of system memory possible and/or who stream content. In the gaming streaming community, showing off hardware is often a core part of the persona. Having a flamboyant computer can aid in this. From a technical standpoint, this memory kit is pushing the boundaries of what is currently possible for DDR4 based systems. Before someone interjects that this statement is incorrect in the comments, I ask you to first read to the end. First off, there are higher frequency kits in the same two DIMM configuration and 64 GB capacity. However, it is almost impossible for AMD or Intel processors that support DDR4, to run any dual-rank memory above 4000 MT/s with Gear 1 enabled. It is almost guaranteed to fail unless you are an extreme overclocker using exotic cooling, and not worried about long-term stability or high voltages degrading the CPU or memory. This is a bold statement and I almost guarantee someone will message me, saying they managed this. It's not necessarily a lie, but winning the lotto is a more likely occurrence.

This Neo Forza MARS DDR4-4000 kit deserves an Editor's Choice award for pushing the limits of what DDR4 can offer consumers in 2022. This is where some may disagree with me, but it for the capacity, when setup correctly, the Neo Forza MARS kit outperforms DDR4-3600 memory with lower primary timings and/or capacity. The key here is setting up the memory correctly. If you plan on enabling the XMP and nothing else, the memory at best will automatically be set to Gear 2 mode, at worst the system simply will not boot. If you are not willing to accept that BIOS tweaking is part of the package, do not buy this kit! Neo Forza has 64 GB 3200 MT/s and 3600 MT/s memory kits for those who want a simpler plug and play experience. This Neo Forza MARS kit is getting an award for being a high performance, very high density memory kit. That doesn't always mean it is easy to setup, but it should deliver where it counts when properly configured. Keep in mind when looking at the benchmarks, this is a 64 GB, twin DIMM kit of system memory. The top performers that surpass this kit are either 16 GB or 32 GB in total capacity. I don't think we will ever see a retail 64 GB memory kit with primary timings consisting of, for example, 14-14-14-34 because that is class is reserved for Samsung B-Die kits, which are not produced as 2 GB ICs.

The only big drawback worth mentioning would be the current asking price. After talking with Neo Forza rep and learning more about price trends. I can say these are often based around direct competitors, as well as supply and demand. Not new information to those who have studied business. These memory kits are also the largest available on the consumer market, and as such, carry a premium price tag. That being said, Neo Forza said they actively monitor the price to match the current market trends. Big sales often happen during the usual "Back to School". "Black Friday" and "Cyber Monday" events. If this memory is just outside your current budget, consider waiting for one of these major sale events, or look at alternatives. Although I advocate for Neo Forza here, not mentioning other brands would be blatant favoritism. I am a strong believer of buying whatever fits into your budget. If Neo Forza isn't there price wise, grab the best alternative instead.