Unboxing & Review Apacer Blade Fire

Regardless of brands and its frequency, DRAM memory modules has always been one of the core components for a system to be able to function. As the trend is shifting towards the aesthetics of having all the fancy lightings in a PC, memory manufacturers has come up with different variety of memory modules that comes with different colors of LED to meet the end-user's demand.

The Apacer BLADE FIRE DDR4 we have here today is the one of Apacer's gaming memory that comes with RED colored LED, based on its non-LED counterpart, the Blade DDR4. Other than the aesthetics offered, let's find out just what kind of performance this kit can deliver - will it be a yay or nay?

Specification

Unboxing

At first glance, the BLADE FIRE DDR4 ships in a pretty attractive package with a flaming Blade DDR4 and a cutout window at the front for product showcase.

There's nothing much interesting at the back of the package though. All you'll find here is some brief description of the memory kit, i.e high frequency, low voltage, LED lightings, etc.

Design wise, the BLADE FIRE DDR4 looks pretty much the same as the Blade DDR4. As its name suggests, we can see a blade like design on the saber-shaped heat spreader which Apacer boats of its excellent heat dissipation.

The part that differentiate the BLADE FIRE DDR4 from its non-LED counterpart is the red translucent bar for the red LED lightings. The aluminum bar as seen on the Blade DDR4 has been replaced with the red translucent bar for the LED lightings. It's pretty obvious that it will definitely have an effect on the heat dissipation, but that's the sacrifice you'll have to make for sake of the aesthetics. 

LED Demonstration

As the LED on the BLADE FIRE DDR4 is red in color, it'll make a good match for those of you who has a system with red-black theme.

System Setup

Test Rig Configuration:

CPU Cooler: XSPC AX240 Ion Pro Water Cooling Kit

CPU: Intel Core i7 7700K @4.6GHz

Motherboard: MSI Z270 Gaming M7

Memory: Apacer BLADE FIRE DDR4 8GB

Primary Hard Drive: Apacer Armor AS682 480GB

Power Supply: Be Quiet! Straight Power 10 600W

Chassis: Cooler Master Test Bench V1.0

Synthethic Benchmark

Running the system without enabling the XMP profile doesn't land us on the 2133MHz that we're familiar with, but instead, a 2400MHz on default. Enabling the XMP will get you straight to 3000MHz without any adjustment to the memory timings and relevant voltage.

We have compared the performance via synthetic benchmark, Cinebench R15, there are noticeable improvement in the score with the memory frequency raised from 2400MHz to 3000MHz.

Other than Cinebench R15, the performance improvement can be seen via MaxxMEM as well. With memory-copy (22.22%) and memory-read (17.35%) showing the most significant result from that extra 600MHz boost on the memory frequency.

WinRAR is one of the most used data compression tool similar to WinZIP, 7zip. In case if some of you didn't notice this, WinRAR comes with a built-in benchmark tool for the enthusiasts to monitor their system performance. From 2400MHz to 3000MHz, we can notice that the the performancce score has improved by 15.5%.

Games Benchmark

While there are reviews that shows higher frequency memory kit gives only a minimal impact to games, the numbers you're seeing there aren't actually telling the whole story. Not for what we've observed with DDR4 memory kit of course.

We ran a couple of tests on few selected titles to capture the data we need to show you how higher frequency memory kit affect your games:

While the result might not be showing a very big boost in terms of the average FPS, we can actually see that the Minimum FPS is doing better when the its running on 3000MHz. For games that requires you to move around and changing direction of your view in a fast pace, higher frequency memory definitely helps to reduce the FPS fluctuation to ensure smoother gameplay.

Overclocking

Moving on with the overclocking, we manage to push the BLADE FIRE DDR4 to 3466MHz without adjusting any of the memory secondary timings. 3600MHz is possible, but due to the limitation of our CPU here, we weren't able to get it stable enough to survive through the benchmarks we've run for this review.

As we never raised the CPU frequency throughout the test, we can notice that the performance numbers started to increase in a slower pace even though we have been constantly raising the memory frequency.

Final Thoughts

To be honest, we're a little skeptical when we first unboxed the BLADE FIRE DDR4 but turns out that we're wrong on that.

The BLADE FIRE DDR4 managed to went beyond its 3000MHz as rated on its XMP to 3466MHz without requiring any adjustsments to its secondary timing. As mentioned earier, we managed to push it a little further to 3600MHz without any adjustments to the secondary timing, but it wasn't able to survive all of the test that we've done for this review due to the limitation of our CPU.

If you're looking for a good looking DDR4 memory kit that doesn't comes with just the appearance, the BLADE FIRE DDR4 will definitely not disappoint you with the performance it can deliver.

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Apacer Announces Its NOX DDR4 SO-DIMM Memory Module Is Now a Part of CLEVO’s New Launch

The latest collaboration between memory manufacturer Apacer and gaming laptop maker CLEVO results in a synergy that can be fairly productive. The Apacer DDR4 SO-DIMM gaming memory module, as known as NOX DDR4 SODIMM, performs at up to 3000MHz clock-rates with up to 64GB capacity (16GB x 4). Now with NOX as a part of CLEVO P870DM3-G gaming laptop at your disposal, we can guarantee you that there will not be anything like NOX for quite some time, because it will cope with the next-generation gaming and extremely intensive applications.

Apacer NOX DDR4 SO-DIMM was first introduced a year ago, and the premium specifications have remained at an unchallenged position to date, which is considered a rarity in the industry.

Apacer x CLEVO: the Dream Team of Gaming Laptops

CLEVO, a renowned company specializing in gaming laptops, currently owns some of the most famous models that are well applauded for. The latest one, the high-end CLEVO P870DM3-G, is equipped with the best components that the market can offer, including its CPU, GPU, screen and many more. For the very vital key to performances, the memory module, CLEVO adopts Apacer NOX DDR4 SO-DIMM to bring users unmatched performances. This state-of-the-art laptop has already been launched under the elite gaming laptop maker Schenker as XMG U727 and was immediately given very high recognition by Notebook Check.net, a famous website with strong credibility, for its ability to cope with complicated gaming operations.

NOX DDR4 SO-DIMM: An Unrivaled Invention

Apacer’s advancement in memory development speaks for itself. NOX DDR4 is the first SO-DIMM equipped with topmost standards in the industry. Having been launched a year ago and now a winner of 2016 Taiwan Excellence Award, NOX is still the most phenomenal memory by far. Considering the fast-changing nature and the competitiveness of the industry, this is definitely a rare phenomenon.

Keeping stability under extreme operations is the core of Apacer standard. NOX DDR4’s 64GB memory kits come with performance options of 2400 MHz, 2666 MHz, 2800MHz, and 3000MHz. To ensure gamers maintain their best status at all times, NOX is built to withstand 120°C heat while running at full throttle in the narrow environment inside a laptop. This also gives the laptop a 35% capacity improvement.

CLEVO is very confident in the glorious performance of Apacer NOX DDR4 SO-DIMM, describing it as a “leading edge product for gaming laptops, in terms of both performance and technical advancement”. This crossover by the two leading brands is unlikely to see anyone surpassing, at least not in the near future.

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Apacer's BLADE FIRE DDR4 3200MHz 32GB Powerful Weaponry in PC Star-War

Apacer is pleased to announce its groundbreaking achievement in DDR history, BLADE FIRE DDR4 with heartbeat LED, perfectly for gaming, overclocking, and M.O.D enthusiasts. It is astonishing to see speed at 3200MHz with LED pulsing at 44 beats per minute yet it is still consuming low voltage at 1.35V. It is compatible with Intel® Z170 platforms, providing unprecedented performance and energy-saving efficiency. Backed by the world’s best technology in industrial memory module and storage, BLADE FIRE DDR4 makes users on fire in the gaming/ overclocking star-war.

Respectable capacity of 32GB, frequency up to 3200MHz

High stability & compatibility

The world-class BLADE FIRE DDR4 is an advanced generation of Blade DDR4 which was published in Feb 2015, featured a sensational armory design on heat spreader as well as LED lights heartbeat effect. The meticulously screened ICs allow the optimized stability and compatibility while playing in the heavy workload games. BLADE FIRE is available in 4GB, 8GB, and 16GB capacities in dual-module package and comes equipped with total capacity of 32GB(16GB*2). The fastest memory kit available is clocked at 3200MHz, and BLADE FIRE kits are ranged in four different clock speeds from 2400MHz 1.2V to 3200MHz 1.35V with 16-16-18-38. The XMP 2.0 support for simple overclocking setup delivers instant top-level performance for motherboards with Intel’s 100 Series. Not only low latency for outstanding DDR4 performance but also lower power consumption with less heat and higher reliability provides users the fastest speeds and the highest stability when it comes to gaming and overclocking.

LED heartbeat, Light saber on fire

Aggressive Look with stylish, asymmetrical armory design

The heartbeat LED on top edge of the module undoubtedly brings out the spirit of BLADE FIRE, to win and shine powerfully on battlefield as every beat embodies the enhancing HP(health point). The four modules altogether on motherboard show various LED light patterns, just like a battling saber on fire in the battleground. The design truly adds some serious bling which offers the users gimmicks to show off while meeting their needs with respect to exceptional functionality.

When speaking of the design of BLADE FIRE, the black heat spreader is made from quality aluminum material with matte finish. The metallic silver saber in the middle shows an aggressive look of a gaming memory module. On top edge the serration part of a saber as well as shank at the rear displays an asymmetrical design which presenting an extreme aesthetics.

With distinguished speed and stability as well as a stylish design of LED light saber on motherboard, BLADE FIRE allows users to experience the most enjoyable and exciting game play ever. If you're looking for the fastest and coolest memory module available, BLADE FIRE is the one and only you have to look at. Feel the supremacy and prominence of Apacer BLADE FIRE!

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Apacer's PANTHER DDR4 Blade and SSD AS330 as both receive over 30 global IT media awards

Taipei, Taiwan's Apacer, one of the world leaders in memory and SSD products, had their gaming memory modules, PANTHER DDR4 and the high-quality and fast SSD AS330 PANTHER, released to the global market  in September 2015. Both products, with maximum performance, stability and compatibility features, have been tested and reviewed by several professional IT media in global countries, among which over 30 media were amazed by the performance of the products, and gave their choice review awards.

Review Studio from Romaniagave the verdict on the Apacer's Panther Gaming DDR4 memory kit and AS330 SSD as follows:

"An excellent result – nice aspects, great performance, and good in over clocking". Consequently, they offered two awards – best performance and best overclocking.

Tech-critter.com from Malaysiagave recommended award and silver award, and said "The two products are good, with out of the box performance. Backed with a lifetime warranty from Apacer, there exists good support to consumers."

Madboxpc.com from Chile gave Blade memory kit and AS330 SSD the Recommended Award, by giving their conclusion – " Apacer managed to present a high-level SSD and Blade memory kit, which shows good finishes and quality products, devoting much of its efforts to deliver a product that meets an excellent user experience, from the packaging to the protection given to it in its interface."

The ELchapuzasinformatico.comfrom Spain, gave Gold Award to Apacer Panther Series!

The Apacer PANTHER gaming memory kit and SSD comes with 3 years warranty, with an excellent price for the products in the local market. Since the Apacer is a well-known brand in the global IT market, with a lot of good experience and high quality products, including an extended SSD life good operation, stability and long-term performance, PANTHER is the good choice for users that want to enjoy the ultimate read/write speed to their hearts’ content!

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Apacer introduces Panther DDR4 Gaming Memory Module

Apacer unveils its latest gaming DDR4 memory module, PANTHER, specially produced for support of next generation Intel’ Skylake platform. The design of the PANTHER gaming DDR4 with aesthetic design on heat spreader and meticulously screened ICs indeed stands out from the rest of DDR4 memory offerings. Backed by the world’s best technology in industrial memory module and storage, PANTHER DDR4 gives users much more than they expect in terms of functionality and stability, providing a budget-friendly gaming memory module.

Maximum Performance, Stability, and Compatibility

Total Capacity of 64GB, Running at respectable 2666MHz with 1.2V

Panther DDR4 is shipping single-module package and it comes in 4GB or 8GB capacity. The three available clock frequencies are 2133/2400/2666MHz with tight 15-15-15-36, 16-16-16-36 timings. It supports XMP 2.0 profiles for simple and easy overclocking with 2400MHz and the frequencies above. The operating low voltage of 1.2V greatly helps reduce power consumption, making the best out of it. PANTHER DDR4 guarantees fast speed as well as extremely stability on a high system load during long gaming session which allows gamers to perform the highest efficiency and to experience the most enjoyable game play. The most important of all, Apacer employs high quality and high-end ICs for PANTHER gaming DDR4, therefore users truly get much more than what they pay for.

Distinguished and Sophisticated Heat Spreader Design

Comparing with other gaming memory products of some other leading memory module brands, PANTHER DDR4 is something else. Apacer adopts advanced heat spreader with unique and groundbreaking design instead of just laying a label sticker on. Utilizing sophisticated technique of finish blanking, there is an outstanding appearance of black panther debossing with mirror-like finish and the word “PANTHER” embossing. On the top of the heat spreader comes with dual color construction, gold and silver, demonstrating exquisite workmanship. Right next to panther’s head, there is a HP(Health Point) design which perfectly goes with the game mode. On the bottom serration element is integrated into the heat spreader that presents power and fighting skill from military and weapon.

PANTHER DDR4 offers users a stunning experience of playing all kinds of games. More importantly, in the past the overall experience of gaming DDR4 has stagnated, and until now the compellingly powerful PANTHER redefines gaming memory module. Speedy, stable, and heavy-duty with high quality materials as well as multi-level appearance design, PANTHER DDR4 is showing off at a whole new scale!

For more information about the product(s), please visit the Apacer website (click here).

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