Patriot PC2-8500 Extreme Performance Memory Review - PAGE 1

Today we look at Patriot's Extreme Performance PC2-8500 2GB (2 x 1GB) memory modules.

These high performance modules use the "EPP" specification, so "EPP ready" motherboards can automatically configure themselves for improved memory performance. The modules have an understated but elegant black headspreader, with a sticker giving the specifications and a raised metallic DDR2 logo on one side, as well as a raised metalic "Patriot" logo on the other.



Here's what the Patriot web site says about the modules:

• two 1GB modules in the  PDC22G8500ELK kit
• Extreme Bandwidth PC2-8500 (1066MHz)
• Eased Latency (5-5-5-9)
• 2.3V operation
• Bladed aluminum heat shields to improve module stability
• 100% Tested and Verified
• Compatible with new AMD AM2 and Intel Conroe Processors
• Lifetime Warranty
• RoHS Compliant
• EPP Ready

The 5-5-5-9 timing should have a somewhat better performance than the more mainstream 5-5-5-15 timing. Let's waste no more time and get on with this review!