We would like to thank at first Silicon Power for supplying their 2x16GB DDR4-2666 SODIMM Memory Kit for testing and reviewing.

 

 

About Silicon Power:

 

"Founded in 2003 by a group of enthusiastic data storage industry experts, Silicon Power is committed to delivering outstanding product and service quality. Headquartered and with our own state-of-the-art production site in Taipei, we have become a leading manufacturer of flash memory cards, USB flash drives, portable hard drives, solid state drives, DRAM modules and industrial-grade products. As an international player with four branch offices around the globe, we continuously strive to offer the perfect data storage solution for all requirements of modern digitalized life. With a strong focus on combining innovative technology and award-winning design, we live up to our brand promise to reliably preserve and protect your most valuable data.

Because memory is personal."

 

Product Features:

 

Upgrade to New Levels

 

The breakthrough memory modules, the DDR4 2666 SODIMM & UDIMM, are compatible with Intel Skylake-X platforms and Kaby Lake-X CPU series motherboards. The memory modules enable higher stability and performance for advanced gamers, multimedia pros, and DIY enthusiasts who want the most reliable performance enhancement they can get.

 

Cool Energy Savings

 

In addition to providing a system upgrade, the DDR4 2666 SODIMM & UDIMM also solve energy consumption issues. By using a low 1.2V voltage, power usage is reduced by up to 20% when compared to previous DDR modules. Greater heat dissipation keeps the computer running at low temperatures for higher stability and a longer system hardware lifespan.

 

Compatible for Your Convenience

 

Wondering if your new memory module will function smoothly in your new rig or trusted old computer? The DDR4 2666 SODIMM & UDIMM are compatible with a range of devices including laptops, notebooks, and desktop PCs. With these memory modules' adaptability to other devices, you’ll avoid the random reboots and blue screens that accompany an unstable and incompatible memory module.

 

A Lifetime of Quality

 

The DDR4 2666 SODIMM & UDIMM selected original memory modules are 100% factory-tested to guarantee high stability, durability, and compatibility. The DDR4 2666 SODIMM & UDIMM are backed by a lifetime warranty promising complete Silicon Power technical support and services.

 

 

Product Specifications:

 

 

 

Last time we have checked out a SODIMM kit was when we have tested the 2x8GB DDR4-2666 offering from Crucial, that was an improvement over the single 16GB DDR4-2400 module our DELL Inspiron 7577 has come with from the factory. Now its time to try out a higher capacity kit, also rated at DDR4-2666 and the same timings. The Silicon Power dual channel kit is shipped in a simple blister packaging, fully sealed. Given its transparent properties, we can also take a look at the physical aspect of the modules:

 

 

 

On the back side of the packaging, we will get some extra information regarding to Silicon Power but also the product serial number:

 

 

 

The included instructional leaflet does contain some words regarding warranty, but also the mandatory installation procedures:

 

 

 

 

The modules come with a black PCB and a pre-applied sticker:

 

 

 

On the sticker we will find the product serial number, the internal, factory code name but also the module specifications:

 

 

 

One 16GB SODIMM contains a total of eight ICs, each having a 2GB capacity:

 

 

 

The ICs carry the SP logo and the 4N8085A4B74 code name:

 

 

 

The upgrade process is quite simple, and it only involves removing the back plastic panel of our Inspiron 7577 and removing the old kit:

 

 

 

The Silicon Power kit was then installed in the same slots:

 

 

 

After installing the new kit, we did extract some detailed information about it with the usual utilities:

 

AIDA64

 

 

CPU-Z

 

 

Let’s run some benchmarks and notice the performance differences:

 

AIDA64

Ashes of the Singularity

CineBench R15

CineBench R20

GeekBench V4

HWBOT X265 Benchmark Tool

PCMark 8

PCMark 10

On our DELL Inspiron 7577 test laptop, the overall performance of the Silicon Power kit trails the one of the previously tested Crucial dual-channel kit in most applications, which was to be expecting, considering that both products run at the same frequency and timings. The one notable benefit Silicon Power brings is the double quantity of RAM, which is helpful when unpacking large archives, editing video projects, working with many other applications at once, without the need of offloading to the main drive.

 

For the DELL machine, no extra modifications were needed inside the UEFI BIOS, the kit ran as intended right after the hardware installation; the only slowdown was with the initial boot, when the BIOS did perform some additional tests in order to adapt to the new configuration.

 

At the time of the review, we do not have any information regarding pricing or availability, but we will fill in the review with this info as soon as we’ll get it.

 

Silicon Power 2x16GB DDR4-2666 SODIMM Memory Kit is Recommended for:

 

 

We would like to thank again to Silicon Power for making this review possible!