Introduction

I would like to thank OCZ Technology for supplying the review sample.

From the company's product page:

• 1800MHz DDR3
• CL 8-8-8-24 (CAS-TRCD-TRP-TRAS)
• Available in 1GB modules and 2GB dual channel kits
• Unbuffered
• Platinum Z3 XTC Heatspreader*
• Lifetime Warranty
• 1.95Volts
• 240 Pin DIMM
• Optimized for ASUS boards
• 2.0V EVP

Packaging & Contents

The package of the OCZ DDR3 memory is still as compact as all their other offerings. It is made of clear plastic and holds the memory in place quite well. The rear lists a few reasons why to go for OCZ brand memory.


OCZ utilized the package backdrop as a simple but effective quick start guide. Installing memory is not a very complicated task, but this should take any fears you may have when doing so for the first time. It utilizes images and text in five different languages.

A Closer Look

Taking a closer look, it is apparent right away that this is OCZ memory. The unique heatspreaders look great and even though it is called "Platinum" it does shimmer a bit gold as well. Both sides are covered as the ICs are present on both sides. The heatspreaders are placed on the memory with frag tape, so pulling these apart is not recommended.


These numbers on the PCB reveal a BrainPower PCB, which is one of the best you can get on the market these days.


The "Z" of OCZ is also present, but the company replaced the 2 in the logo with a 3, to denote DDR3 under the hood - simple but effective. I was a bit surprised to see a CL rating of 8-8-8-27 on our memory, and a mention of 8-8-8-24 on the OCZ website. Looks like it is either a simple spelling mistake on the website, as retailers offer only 8-8-8-27 variants.