Is HyperX RAM or Corsair?

[JT123]

Hi guys,

Just tossing up whether to get just the 1333mhz 8GB Corsair set for $55 AU or Get Kingston HyperX Memory 8Gb 1600mhz for $100 AU.

Is it really worth it for the extra money to go HyperX or just stick to the basic 1333mhz RAM to save some money.

If it matters it is for a Macbook Pro 15 (late 2011) that I have just ordered. I have also ordered the Vertex 3 Max Iops if that makes any difference.

 

[Mr. Retrofire]

@JT123:
I would say Kingston, but do not know how reliable the HyperX-RAM runs in your machine config.

 

[shortcut3d]

I've been running the Kingston Hyper X 1866MHz PnP 8GB (2 x 4GB) in 2011 Mac Mini's without any issue. I also use the Corsair 16BG (2 x 8GB) in 15" Macbook Pro 2.3GHz i7 and 32GB (4 x 8GB) in 27" iMac. If you do not need the quantity of RAM, go with the Kingston Hyper X. You will never realize the benefit of 16GB if you don't exceed 8GB. The Hyper X is a boost in all situations.

 

[nippyjun]

Get the cheaper memory. There is no need to spend extra.

As long as the warranty is good and it has good reviews for use in a Mac.

 

[grahamnp]

Corsair has the better reputation but Kingston is perfectly fine. I use Corsair and Kingston in different machines and have had no issues. Go with the 1333mhz DIMMs, no need to get 1600mhz.

 

[JT123]

Thanks for the replies, have ordered Corsair.