Based on the dual channel system board designs, memory modules are installed on two separate channels, each with it’s own access route to the memory controller. The dual memory channel design doubles the peak bandwidth of single memory channels. Best results occur when a matched-pair memory kit is used ensuring that the modules are identical.
BTW regarding DDR2, the thing is that a 400 MHz ddr ram is better than a 533 MHz DDR2 ram as of date. Moreover, if you are getting an amd 64 bit processor, it is more than enough if you get a 400 MHz ddr ram. this would give you a great performance.
Personally i feel dual channel ram has the same speed as a pair of evenly matched ram dimms with the same latencies, speed and configuration........maybe its just another way for the ram companies to make money.....
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Moreover, if you are getting an amd 64 bit processor, it is more than enough if you get a 400 MHz ddr ram. this would give you a great performance.
dude if he is getting an amd procc he wont even have the option of going for ddr2 as amd does not suupport ddr2 as of now and i dont think it will do so in the future also. there were reports it will jump directly to ddr3.
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if u r going for amd then go for dual channel ddr 400 mhz. if u r going for intel then go for dual channel ddr2 533 mhz. all of intels latest procc and chipsets require ddr2. get 667 mhz ddr2 if in ur budget.