Toshiba nb305 memory, ddr2 or ddr3

Granville23

I have been looking at the Toshiba NB305 at John Lewis where they have 2 models NB305-106 and NB305-10F. I have discovered that the 10f has ddr 3 memory which is supposed to be faster newer type of memory and proclaimed to be more expensive.

However, if this is true I cant understand why the 10F is £20 cheaper than the 106 which has ddr2 memory. Can anyone explain why this is, or which one I should go for. Obviously, the cheaper one looks the best but is there a problem with the ddr3 which might give reason for it being cheaper.

thanks

Granville23

darkblue_2

http://www.brighthub.com/computing/hardware/articles/12461.aspx

Which is the Better Value?

As it currently stands, top-of-the-line DDR2 memory would be a far better investment than an entry-level DDR3 stick of memory. A lot of this has to do with how long DDR2 memory has been around and its overall popularity. DDR3 will eventually come of age, but it is still a bit too early.

In another year, perhaps less, we will see DDR3 memory begin to drop in price, and more and more will be seen in new computers. So, if you’re looking to buy a new computer in the next couple of months, you can consider DDR3 if you’re looking to acquire a cutting-edge gaming or multimedia computer. However, DDR2 is still the industry standard today. So don’t think that by getting DDR2 memory you’re getting obsolete technology.

Remember, if your computer supports DDR2 memory, you can only upgrade with DDR2 memory. Same goes with DDR3 and the original DDR memory.



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Spank

Try the machine out before (if you can), if it runs o.k & you don't need to upgrade the memory get the DDR3 machine (has slightly newer CPU as well) the price will come down & upgrading in the future won't be that expensive.