G.Skill F1-4000BIU2-2GBHV DDR500

The need for 2 GB of RAM is coming soon with the introduction of Microsoft Vista which is said to use as much as that. The G.Skill F1-4000BIU2-2GBHV is aimed at enthusiasts and gamers. It's a great memory for about $270. It can run at tight CL2 timings and looser timings at CL2.5 and CL3 without having to raise the VDIMM (2.6V default). This is great especially for those who cannot change the voltages. The G.Skill kit can do from 200 to around 255 MHz stable at various timings. If you want to buy RAM to go past 250 MHz mark, this kit is not for you as you will experience issues in 3D applications. If you want it straight for running at DDR500 and 3.0-3-2-8, it's one of the best money can buy.