CellShock Introduces a New DDR3-1866 Kit

Cellshock recently sent us 4GB of their latest high-end performance DDR3 memory kit that we will be reviewing shortly. In the meantime, the press release is listed below along with some of our initial comments.

"This is the top of the line CellShock memory and is targeted at enthusiasts and high end gamers. These memory Kits are based on very best chips, which enables it to run at notably higher speeds or more aggressive timings than its official specification. The 1866 kits have been tested on several platforms based on Intel P35/X38/X48 and Nvidia 790 Chipsets and achieve memory speeds beyond 1900Mhz with 8-8-8 timings and 1800Mhz with 7-7-7 timings. This additional overclocking headroom enables users to push their memory and their cpu and mainboards to the limit, achieving new performance heights.

While working closely with enthusiasts, hardware experts, mainboard manufacturers and reviewers around the world, we came to the conclusion that the fastest possible 24/7 System configuration that can be achieved is an FSB of 466Mhz with a memory speed of 1866Mhz with a tRD (performance level) of 6. This configuration is possible with all High End CPUs, even Intel QuadCore processors, and High End Mainboards with moderate voltage levels. The 1866 Kits are equipped with our well known massive Aluminum Heatspreaders, this time in a beautiful metallic-blue and silver combination, and instead of thick thermal pads thermal grease is used to ensure optimum cooling."