DDR2 667 or 800? How much better?

[caf4926]

Looking at a new PC. Memory options include choice of 667 or 800 speed.
I realize, obviously that the 800 will be better
But are there any comparison tables anywhere?
Will be running in a Nvidia business platform with AMD 64 X2 6000+
Mostly everyday office, but some video and audio editing etc

Thanks in advance for any advice

 

[arima]

that'll depend on whether you're intending on overclocking. Normally DDRII 667 will be enough unless you clock beyond 333Mhz. 😀

 

[caf4926]

no overclocking planned
thanks

 

[arima]

in that case, DDRII 800 is not for you. Save that money for something else.

 

[arima]

yes.. AMD's got the memory controller integrated in the chip. But i think the benefits of synchronous frequency still apply. Something to do with dual multiplied and quad multiplied.. I don't really remember the details since i've been using intel and overclocking intel but no amd.