DDR2: this is the maximum, DDR3 can come!
Memory manufacturers have already exploited the potential of DDR2, and even companies like Corsair and OCZ are pushing the ultimate limit.
The news is worth starting with a little look back: the initial speed of 266 MHz for traditional DDR memories later increased to 333 and then to 400 MHz, which was gymnasted by several manufacturers up to 600 MHz. The situation is similar in the case of DDR2: in addition to the most common 667 MHz modules, the 800 MHz units represent the maximum that can be officially taken out of the technology, followed by 1066 MHz tuning memories and state-of-the-art special cooling. requiring Corsair and OCZ products.
DDR3 memories are expected to become available in the second half of 2007 and to become widespread in 2008.
The 2 / 2,3 volt operating voltage of the overdriven DDR2,4s was quite close to the 2,5 volt value of the DDRs, although originally a base DDR2 operates at 1,8V. In contrast, in the case of DDR3 in the initial production phase, we can talk about 1,5 volts, 1066/1333/1600 MHz and CL5 or CL6 delay. It is not yet known exactly when the next generation will be available for purchase, nor is it known when the first motherboard chipsets will be available to support them.
