Fake RAM?

xHelenA7X
Junior Member

09-29-2016, 01:14 AM

Hi everyone, I purchased a RAM upgrade module for dual-channel use. At first glance, the code in the left upper corner doesn’t match the sticker, and the PCB looks different from the original. How can I confirm if this module is authentic? Using CPU-Z and checking the BIOS should suffice? Should I examine the chip data or run a memory test? Thanks ahead of time.

xHelenA7X

09-29-2016, 01:14 AM #1

barbarian10
Member

09-29-2016, 05:46 PM

It could just be a different revision, sometimes components change a little for various reasons. If the frequency, capacity and timings are as advertised then there's no reason to worry.

barbarian10

09-29-2016, 05:46 PM #2

It could just be a different revision, sometimes components change a little for various reasons. If the frequency, capacity and timings are as advertised then there's no reason to worry.

sandieaak
Member

182

10-01-2016, 04:48 PM

Check the model number for "1421" and "1520" to identify the revision version.

sandieaak

10-01-2016, 04:48 PM #3

Check the model number for "1421" and "1520" to identify the revision version.

Barrelrollz
Member

133

10-02-2016, 01:07 PM

Production year and week at Sauron are confirmed. I'll review frequency, capacity, and timing using CPU-Z. The SPD Rev (13) and Raw Card & Rev (B4) codes match. Also, the photo shows a different model but with 13 and B4—PCB looks more like what I already own. Isn't this unusual?

Barrelrollz

10-02-2016, 01:07 PM #4

tmc00
Member

180

10-09-2016, 01:26 PM

Over time, the precise parts could shift, but what truly counts are the memory cells. If it helps you feel more at ease, a memtest might be worth a try. I don’t think anyone would bother to create such a tailored memory setup just for show.

tmc00

10-09-2016, 01:26 PM #5