3.5.1 DRAM Types

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What does DDR stand for in RAM terminology?

Dynamic Data Rate

Dual Data Rate

Double Digital Rate

Double Data Rate (correct)

How does DDR RAM increase processing speed compared to original DRAM?

By using a lower bus frequency

By processing commands in parallel

By handling larger data sets in each cycle

By processing data on both the rising and falling edges of clock cycles (correct)

What does the MT/s rating stand for in DDR RAM specifications?

Mega Transfers per second (correct)

Mega Threads per second

Mega Techniques per second

Mega Traces per second

How is the PC rating of RAM calculated?

By multiplying the DDR rating by 8 Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following statements is true about the original DRAM?

It processes one command per clock cycle and one 64-bit word. Signup and view all the answers

Which bus speed corresponds to a DDR-266 specification?

133 MHz Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary function of RAM in a computer system?

To process temporary data Signup and view all the answers

What does the term 'double pumping' refer to in DDR RAM?

Processing data twice per cycle Signup and view all the answers

What operating voltage does DDR4 operate at?

1.2 volts Signup and view all the answers

Which DDR type has the highest data rate between 1066 and 1600 MT/s?

DDR3 Signup and view all the answers

How many pins does DDR2 memory have?

240 pins Signup and view all the answers

Which DDR version introduced the feature of having power management on the RAM stick itself?

DDR5 Signup and view all the answers

What is the maximum chip density for DDR3 memory per stick?

16 GB Signup and view all the answers

What type of memory module is typically installed on a desktop system?

DIMM Signup and view all the answers

Which configuration allows each memory stick to be assigned to a single memory controller?

Quad-channel Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary benefit of a multi-channel memory configuration?

Increases memory bandwidth Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following statements regarding DDR2 is accurate?

Data rate ranges from 533 to 800 MT/s Signup and view all the answers

How does DDR5 improve latency compared to earlier DDR types?

Handles power management internally Signup and view all the answers

What is the typical PC rating for DDR3 memory?

8500 to 14900 MB/s Signup and view all the answers

Which DDR type has an operating voltage of 1.8 volts?

DDR2 Signup and view all the answers

What is one of the key physical differences between DDR and DDR2 RAM?

DDR has more pins Signup and view all the answers

Which option describes the characteristic of SO-DIMMs?

Half the size of DIMMs Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

DDR RAM Types

Dynamic Random Access Memory (DRAM) is the most common type of computer memory.
DRAM processes one command and one 64-bit data set (word) per clock cycle.
Original DRAM processed one command/word per rising edge of the clock cycle.
DDR RAM (Double Data Rate RAM) doubles the data rate by processing one set of data on both rising and falling edges of each clock cycle (double pumping).

DDR RAM Ratings

Speed is often represented in MHz (bus speed).
MT/s (mega transfers per second) represents the effective transfer rate (DDR rating).
DDR rating is calculated by doubling the bus clock speed.
PC rating (bandwidth) is the amount of data transferred per second.
PC rating is calculated by multiplying the DDR rating by 8 (8 bytes = 64 bits).
PC rating value is typically rounded down/up for marketing purposes.

DDR RAM Types

DDR1: Operated at 133-200 MHz (266-400 MT/s), 2.5V, 2100-3200 MB/s bandwidth.
DDR2: Doubled DDR1 specs: 266-400 MHz (533-800 MT/s), 1.8V, 4200-6400 MB/s bandwidth. Added buffer for increased speed.
DDR3: Doubled DDR2 specs: 533-800 MHz (1066-1600 MT/s), 1.5V, 8500-14900 MB/s bandwidth.
DDR4: Doubled DDR3 data rate and power saving features: 1.2V, up to 64GB sticks, lower power consumption and cooler operation.
DDR5: Doubled DDR4 data rate, lower voltage (1.1V), RAM-integrated power management with 32-bit split channels or 4 x 32-bit channels, and increased chip densities for up to 64GB sticks.

Physical Characteristics

DDR has 184 pins, DDR2 has 240 pins.
The notch positions differ between DDR types, providing easy distinction.
DDR3 and DDR4 have 240 and 288 pins respectively.
DDR5 has 288 pins.

Memory Form Factors

DIMM (Dual In-Line Memory Module): Used in Desktop computers.
SO-DIMM (Small Outline DIMM): Used in Laptops. Smaller size, same capacity.
UniDIMM: Allows DDR3 and DDR4 in same slot, requires support from memory controller.

Multi-Channel Configurations

Multi-channel configurations increase bandwidth by splitting workload over multiple memory controllers.
A typical system has one memory controller.
Multi-channel adds more memory controllers.
Quad-channel setup allows up to eight RAM sticks.
The use of dual, triple, or quad channels generally improves memory bandwidth by 5-15% (varies).
Multi-channel configuration depends on the motherboard, not the RAM itself.
Dual, triple, and quad channels are supported by DDR3, DDR4, and DDR5. DDR1 and DDR2 only support dual channel.

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Explore the various types of DDR RAM and their ratings in this quiz. From DDR1 to DDR2, learn about their specifications, speed, and bandwidth. Test your knowledge on how bus speed and DDR ratings work in computer memory.