Why Is The XL So Good?

     In retrospect, The XL is a whole new kind of memory that is the ultimate in low latency for better overall throughput. Basically this memory gives you that extra edge no matter what speed you run it at. You also get the addition of Corsairs LED that gives you a good idea how active your memory is. Of course their really is no real use for the LED's other than cosmetic, although you could diagnose problems if the memory is run in dual channel and one stick may run a little off. Another aspect that we witnessed in our testing lab is the improved application of Corsair's heatspreader. It seems to be compressed enough to cover all of the memory modules.

Improvements on the heatspreader mounting is one of the best features of Corsairs XL...

     We also can't forget Corsair's excellent packaging... In the event of a careless UPS truck, Corsair insures that their memory will arrive safely intact. An instruction manual on how to install your memory and configure it is also included, although you can get some excellent tips on set-up and optimization from the Corsair forums or from our own ClubOC forums.

Corsairs tough packaging...

You can't forget the 2-2-2-5 low latency that is a first for Corsair. Compared to their past memory modules such as the LL3200 The XL has it beat...

Corsair claims that the 3200XL clearly outperforms traditional 3200 memory...