After Corsair's article earlier this year with their internal memory benchmark results on the performance impact of 1GB system memory versus 2GB, there have been countless articles from other publications, including Phoronix with our Linux 2GB testing, as to the true performance benefits from the expansion. Following suit over recent months has also been numerous manufacturers coming to the table with 2 x 1024MB kits for enthusiasts, gamers, and overclockers alike to replace the standard 2 x 512MB configuration. While 1024MB of system memory remains suitable for most applications, 2048MB is quickly becoming the de facto standard for those seeking the maximum real world benefits from their computer system.
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