Specifications
Key Features:
- Complies with JEDEC standards
- Low voltage of 1.2V for less power consumption
- 100% tested for stability, durability, and reliability
- 100% verified for compatibility on mainstream DDR4 motherboards
Our memory doesn’t have an XMP profile, but it’s not required as its SPD profile has already programmed DDR4-3200 22-22-22 1.20V. It’s even a better way since we simply install the memory in our laptop, and it runs as declared without enabling anything in BIOS.
The memory is based on Hynix IC, but the software can’t read what it is exactly, and memory chips are rebranded with the Silicon Power logo. It’s not an issue at all as what’s the most important is how the memory works.
The memory works without issues on a laptop equipped with the latest Ryzen 7 4800H processor, which of course, supports DDR4-3200. Below you can see a screenshot taken after over nineteen hours of stability test.
So far, so good. Now let’s take a look at the product itself.
Package and its Contents
Each memory module arrived in a separated, blister-type package. However, every module under the same product number should use the same memory chips and programmed profiles, so there shouldn’t be an issue to make a dual-channel kit out of them. In our case, both memory modules are exactly the same and use, mentioned before, Hynix IC.
Inside of each box, we will find the 16GB memory module rated at DDR4-3200 and 1.20V. Memory timings don’t seem low, but it’s the highest JEDEC profile for DDR4-3200 what guarantees full compatibility with every laptop. Not many competitive DDR4 SODIMM run at lower timings, so there is no big choice. On the other hand, this memory can run at lower timings what I will show on the next pages of this review.
Silicon Power DDR4-3200 SODIMM modules look like most laptop memory modules. There is no heatsink or anything else, but the PCB is black, suggesting a higher product line. Heatsinks are not required because laptop limitations (no XMP support) won’t let to set any higher voltage than standard 1.20V, so modules run cool, even under extended full load.
I hope that Silicon Power also releases a gaming series of SODIMM as there is potential in modern DDR4 chips, and there is barely any competition while the mobile gaming market is growing. After a quick research, I could barely find a few memory manufacturers with DDR4-3200 SODIMM at 1.20V in their offer, not to mention any series at lower than standard memory timings. Some brands had DDR4-3200 SODIMM, but these products are marked as EOL. It’s a bit strange situation considering that AMD Ryzen laptops are selling better each month. On the other hand, brands like Silicon Power can fill the gap with some interesting products.
Below are additional photos with Silicon Power 32GB DDR4-3200 SODIMM installed in the ASUS TUF A15 laptop, which will be used for tests.
On the next page of this review, we will take a closer look at the performance of the Silicon Power SODIMM on the AMD Ryzen platform.
