Mushkin XP2-6400 4GB Memory Kit

INTRODUCTION

For the last year or more, 2 gigabytes of DDR-2 has pretty well been accepted as the "Gold Standard" by most computer enthusiasts who predominately use their system for general computing and gaming. With recent advances in computer hardware coupled with the now prevalent Vista operating system, many enthusiasts are questioning just how much memory is adequate to meet both their current and future needs. Just how much memory do you really need? To thoroughly answer that question would require a complete article which we will likely do at some future time. Suffice it to say that the current trend is moving towards 4 gigabytes of whatever flavor of memory you use as the new enthusiast standard.

About a week or so ago Scott Sherman, Owner/Publisher of Bjorn3D, approached me about co-authoring a review of Mushkin's XP-2 6400 DDR2 4GB kit. I eagerly responded in my coy I've got one upon you this time voice, "we've already done it". Scott then responded in his the boss is the boss because he knows more voice, "this was a newer product with different specs than we had first reviewed back in April of 2007". Needless to say I was humbled at not being up to date on this product's release, but yet very eager to see just what this kit had to offer after the excellent results we experienced in our previous review.

Today it is our pleasure at Bjorn3D to present our take on Mushkin's XP2-6400 4GB DDR2 memory kit. This kit is very close in specification to its predecessor but operates at a lower VDimm and costs less than half of what its forerunner cost back when it was first reviewed. Did Mushkin's emphasis on quality and performance transcend to this product? Read on my friends and the answer to these and many other questions you may have will be revealed!

Mushkin:  The Company

Founded in 1994, Mushkin is best known for producing “Enhanced” memory modules. Located at the base of the Rocky Mountains in Denver, Colorado Mushkin provides performance enhanced computer products to users worldwide. Exceptional quality, enhanced performance and unparalleled customer support are what make Mushkin products the best in the industry.

Mushkin products include an enhanced power supply line and a complete selection of memory upgrades for desktops, servers and notebooks – we offer something for everyone from business user to gamer. Our enhanced memory products are available in several performance categories from standard to extreme, with our REDLINE™ series in a class of its own. Our enhanced power supply line offers superb regulation and ripple characteristics, modularity and plenty of power to supply the most demanding systems.

With customers including everyone from Apple Computer and NASA to gamers and web browsers, Mushkin knows what is important to customers - enhanced performance with uncompromised quality. With Mushkin you Get More.