Memory kits / Comparison

ADATA Gaming 1GB (1x1GB) DDR3 1600 CL9 vs OCZ Obsidian 4GB (2x2GB) DDR3 1600 CL9

RAM · ADATA

ADATA Gaming 1GB (1x1GB) DDR3 1600 CL9

1×1 GB · DDR3 · 1600 MHz · CL9
GEAR SCORE 34.0 / 100Entry level
Capacity15
Speed18
Latency80
Generation25
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RAM · OCZ

OCZ Obsidian 4GB (2x2GB) DDR3 1600 CL9

2×2 GB · DDR3 · 1600 MHz · CL9
GEAR SCORE 34.0 / 100Entry level
Capacity15
Speed18
Latency80
Generation25
Verdict

ADATA Gaming 1GB (1x1GB) DDR3 1600 CL9 and OCZ Obsidian 4GB (2x2GB) DDR3 1600 CL9 are neck and neck on specs: gear scores 34 and 34.

  • Total capacity: OCZ Obsidian 4GB (2x2GB) DDR3 1600 CL9 leads (4 GB vs 1 GB).
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OCZ Obsidian 4GB (2x2GB) DDR3 1600 CL9

If you care most about total capacity.

Spec-by-spec comparison

ADATA Gaming 1GB (1x1GB) DDR3 1600 CL9OCZ Obsidian 4GB (2x2GB) DDR3 1600 CL9
34Gear score34
DDR3TypeDDR3
1 GBTotal capacity4 GB
1×1 GBKit2×2 GB
1,600 MHzSpeed1,600 MHz
CL9CAS latencyCL9

The gear score is computed from specifications only (e.g. for a mouse: weight, sensor, polling rate, connection and release year). It isn’t a lab test and doesn’t measure personal preferences like shape or grip.

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FAQ

Is ADATA Gaming 1GB (1x1GB) DDR3 1600 CL9 or OCZ Obsidian 4GB (2x2GB) DDR3 1600 CL9 better?

ADATA Gaming 1GB (1x1GB) DDR3 1600 CL9 and OCZ Obsidian 4GB (2x2GB) DDR3 1600 CL9 are neck and neck on specs: gear scores 34 and 34. Total capacity: OCZ Obsidian 4GB (2x2GB) DDR3 1600 CL9 leads (4 GB vs 1 GB).