Lavalys Everest 5.0.1667 Memory Performance

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The raw memory performance at stock speeds is exceptional - the read, write and copy performance is notably better than both the MSI and Asus we've tested so far by 22-28, 10-15 and 6-11 per cent respectively. Considering that the board was fitted with the same Corsair Dominator 1,600MHz memory that was detected to automatically run at 1,333MHz 9-9-9-24-2T (the same as the other boards tested) Gigabyte has clearly engineered its BIOS and its board to more efficiently make use of programs wanting plenty of memory access.

Overclocked, the Gigabyte board squeezes ahead again with its memory running at 2,020MHz CL8, against the Asus' round 2,000MHz CL8 and MSI's slightly slower 1,900MHz CL8.

SiSoftware Sandra Lite 2009 SP4 (15.125) Pro Business

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SiSoft Sandra reiterates the Everest performance numbers, and shows the Gigabyte has a clear lead in memory bandwidth. However, the Gigiabyte's marginally slower latency puts it behind the MSI at stock speeds, but its lead is then regained by a greater margin when both boards were overclocked.