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Kingston ValueRAM 2GB Kit (2x1GB Modules) 400MHz PC3200 DDR Desktop Memory (KVR400AK2/2GR)

Kingston ValueRAM 2GB Kit (2x1GB Modules) 400MHz PC3200 DDR Desktop Memory (KVR400AK2/2GR)

Bottom line: The Kingston ValueRAM 2GB Kit 400MHz PC3200 DDR Desktop Memory: 2GB kit ships as two matched 1GB DIMMs for dual-channel DDR400 boards; main trade-off: DDR1 only, incompatible with any DDR2, DDR3 or later motherboard.

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Pros & Cons

Pros

  • ✓ 2GB kit ships as two matched 1GB DIMMs for dual-channel DDR400 boards
  • ✓ CL3 timing at 400MHz PC3200 on standard 2.6V, no BIOS voltage tweak needed
  • ✓ 184-pin unbuffered 128Mx64 DIMMs drop into most Socket 478/939/A retro builds
  • ✓ Lifetime warranty and free Kingston technical support on the KVR400AK2/2GR kit

Cons

  • ✗ DDR1 only, incompatible with any DDR2, DDR3 or later motherboard
  • ✗ 1GB per stick caps a 4-slot board at 2GB unless you buy a second kit
  • ✗ CL3 is standard-grade, not the CL2/CL2.5 latency enthusiast overclockers chase
  • ✗ Unbuffered non-ECC, so it will not work in registered/ECC server boards

Manufacturer description

Kingston is the industry leader in PC memory. Designed with the whitebox user and system integrator in mind, Kingston ValueRAM products are engineered to meet industry standard specifications and rigorously tested to ensure quality. Kingston ValueRAM Memory is ideal for those who purchase memory by spec and are looking for competitvely priced generic memory. Product is backed by a lifetime warranty and free technical support. Included in the package is two 1GB modules of 400MHz DDR memory. Specs are standard 128Mx64, 184-pin unbuffered DIMM, 2.6v, CL3, gold contacts.

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SpecPicks Verdict

SpecPicks scored Kingston ValueRAM 2GB Kit 400MHz PC3200 DDR Desktop Memory using a rating × review-volume × price-fit model applied to published specs and reviews across the memory & ram category. Compare with similarly-priced alternatives in the memory & ram category before committing. Judge it on the specification table and the price rather than on sentiment: check the figures that decide your use case, then put it side-by-side with two or three close alternatives in the Compare tool before clicking through.

Common buyer scenarios for memory & ram of this kind: matching it to an existing build, replacing a failing part, or upgrading from a previous-generation equivalent. Check the spec table below against your current setup — particularly socket / form-factor / power-rating fields — and confirm compatibility on the retailer's listing before purchase. Prices and stock are set by the retailer and may have moved since this page was last updated.

Key Features

  • 2GB kit including two 1GB modules of 400MHz DDR Desktop Memory
  • Specifically designed and tested for compatibility in various makes and models of desktop computers
  • CL3 184-pin DIMM
  • From the industry leader in PC memory
  • Backed by a lifetime warranty and free technical support

Full Specifications

BrandKingston
Voltage2.6 Volts
RAM Size1 GB
Form FactorDesktop
Memory Speed400 MHz
Model NumberKVR400AK2/2GR
CompatibilityPC
Number of Pins184
Mfr Part NumberKVR400AK2/2GR
Compatible DevicesDesktop
Data Transfer Rate400 MHz
Additional FeaturesLightweight
Computer Memory Size1 GB
Warranty DescriptionLifetime
RAM Memory TechnologyDDR
Column Address Strobe Latency3
Global Trade Identification Number00740617083019

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