Highest memory speed reached at acceptable voltages and timings. I did not run any 500+ FSB for simplicity purposes because this article is to help others gain starting stability, above 500 FSB each user would need many specific settings tweaked which cannot be generalized.
1032Mhz tRD 9 (2.40B) *Click to enlarge*
For the price this memory is going for these speeds are very reasonable, and one should not expect much more without spending a little bit more cash. Still, this is very good for a 2x2GB set of 800Mhz memory. Of course, higher clocks are likely possible but you may spend days or even weeks fine tuning things until you get things going smoothly. One has to keep in min 2x2GB kits do clock lower then 2x1GB or even 4x1GB in many instances.
I spent several hours on several days trying to get this kit stable, as I see in many reviews it will do 1066+, but I just could not get it to run that. Of course anything past what the manufacturer states as spec is just a bonus and is never guaranteed.
Then again, I could have also just received a "Bum" Set, it happens sometimes?
I did not, nor do I expect 800Mhz memory to run stable over 1000Mhz within respectable voltage and timing ranges, that is what 1066Mhz memory is made for. If you EXPECT 1066+ you have to plan on purchasing that type of memory, or buy the VERY best a manufacturer offers, which this is not.
One also has to keep in mind that I was trying higher clocks with respectable Voltages (Within Warranty) and decent timings. I am sure I could have went over 1066 with looser timings and maybe more voltages.
All in all though even 1032 is good for 800Mhz memory, and for the reasons I asked for this kit I am happy with the results. I was able to run this kit stable at several ranges in several Gigabyte boards which was the main intention, and can now help others from first hand knowledge with this set.
Overall this is a very good set of memory for those who cannot afford a top end set of Mushkin yet still want some overclocking room. These are of course not the best Mushkin offers, but are far better then the Value Series memory and are available in a very respectable price range.
Disclaimer: This document is only intended to help anyone who is using Mushkin Memory to obtain a stable starting point for their memory in a Gigabyte board. This is not the usual ram overclocking and testing reviews you may find online by other professionals. Thank you for leaving only constructive comments, please.