Patriot 512MB PC133 SDRAM 168-Pin Desktop RAM PSS512133 In Original Packaging
Bottom line: The Patriot 512MB PC133 SDRAM 168-Pin Desktop RAM PSS512133 In Packaging is a specs-and-price decision rather than a crowd-consensus one in the memory & ram category. Check the specification table below against one or two close alternatives — on price and spec fit, not on star ratings.
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Manufacturer description
Note: 512MB modules represent the absolute maximum density tier for the PC133 generation. They are physically and electrically incompatible with newer 184-pin DDR1 or 240-pin DDR2 hardware slots. - Form Factor: 168-Pin Desktop DIMM.
SpecPicks Verdict
SpecPicks scored Patriot 512MB PC133 SDRAM 168-Pin Desktop RAM PSS512133 In Packaging using a rating × review-volume × price-fit model applied to published specs and reviews across the memory & ram category. Patriot's memory & ram lineup sits within the broader category mid-tier; price and specs are the deciding factors over brand loyalty here. 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.
Full Specifications
| vram_mb | 512 |
|---|---|
| speed_mhz | 133 |
| memory_type | SDR |
Hardware benchmark data
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