Comparing: DDR4 SODIMM 3200MHz [Disk] vs KIOXIA KBG40ZNS512G

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About Hardware DDR4 SODIMM 3200MHz [Disk]

DDR4 SODIMM 3200MHz is a high-speed RAM module designed for use in modern laptops with a small form factor (SO-DIMM). With an effective frequency of up to 3200MHz, this module delivers higher bandwidth and better power efficiency compared to previous generations, such as DDR3. These DDR4 modules are perfect for heavy multitasking, large application processing, and light gaming on portable devices.

In this test, the 3200MHz DDR4 SODIMM module was configured as a RAMDisk, which is a super-fast storage system that utilizes part of the RAM capacity to serve as an ultra-high-speed virtual drive. Using a RAMDisk allows for much faster file access than an SSD, making it an ideal solution for data caching, temporary file processing or extreme I/O testing. Despite its temporary nature (data is lost when the computer is shut down or restarted), its performance advantage is felt in certain scenarios such as fast rendering, program compilation, or storage benchmarks.

The test was conducted on a Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 3i 14ITL6 laptop with an Intel Core i5-1135G7 processor, 12GB DDR4 3200MHz RAM in a dual channel configuration (8GB V-GeN + 4GB onboard Micron), and Windows 11 22H2 operating system. The 2GB RAMDisk was created using SoftPerfect RAMDisk and ImDisk Virtual Disk applications, two popular software for managing RAM-based virtual storage.

The benchmark results showed very impressive performance: CrystalDiskMark recorded read speeds of 7844.91 MB/s and write speeds of 12726.74 MB/s, while in ATTO Disk Benchmark (64MB block size), read speeds reached 5740.00 MB/s and write speeds of 6020.00 MB/s. These results prove that using RAMDisk with 3200MHz DDR4 is one of the most effective ways to deliver ultra-fast storage performance in laptop systems, exceeding the speed of even NVMe SSDs in certain scenarios. With ultra-low latency and high bandwidth, 3200MHz DDR4 SODIMM-based RAMDisks are an attractive solution for users who require extreme performance for specific tasks.

Device test (testbed):

Device: Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 3i 14ITL6
CPU: i5 1135G7
RAM: 12GB DDR4 3200MHz Dual Channel (8+4)
OS: Windows 11 22H2

Friday, 06 August 2021 04:34:19 | Update: 1 month ago

About Hardware KIOXIA KBG40ZNS512G

The KIOXIA KBG40ZNS512G is a 512GB internal SSD specifically designed to deliver high performance in space-constrained devices such as ultrabooks, mini PCs and compact desktops. It utilizes a PCIe Gen3 x4 interface and supports the NVMe 1.3 protocol, which significantly speeds up system boot time, application loading and data transfer compared to conventional SATA SSDs.

With an M.2 2230 form factor, the KBG40ZNS512G offers an ultra-compact storage solution while remaining powerful in terms of performance. Thanks to the use of the latest generation 3D NAND flash memory from KIOXIA (formerly Toshiba Memory), this SSD is not only efficient in power consumption, but also provides the durability and reliability required for long-term use in a variety of modern computing scenarios.

In performance testing using a Dell OptiPlex 5090 Tower system with an Intel Core i7-11700 processor, 32GB of RAM and Windows 10 operating system, the SSD recorded read speeds of 1930.16 MB/s and write speeds of 1540.12 MB/s through CrystalDiskMark. These results show that the KBG40ZNS512G is capable of handling heavy workloads such as multitasking, large file transfers, and daily productivity activities with a fast and stable response.

In addition to great performance, this SSD also excels in power efficiency, making it an ideal choice for laptops and portable devices that prioritize battery life without sacrificing speed.

Overall, the KIOXIA KBG40ZNS512G is a best-in-class 2230 NVMe M.2 storage solution, combining high speed, compact design, and high reliability, making it a perfect fit for users who require superior performance in a space-constrained device.

Device test (testbed):

Device: OptiPlex 5090 Tower
CPU: i7-11700
RAM: 32GB
OS: Windows 10

Thursday, 01 June 2023 02:29:06 | Update: 1 month ago