Kingston Technology Company, the world’s largest producer of memory modules, unveiled its new HyperX-series products, which run at speeds of up to 1.20GHz, aimed at hardcore performance and overclocking enthusiasts.

The new Kingston HyperX memory modules, which work at 1150MHz (PC2-9200) and 1200MHz (PC2-9600) include 512MB and 1GB memory modules as well as 1GB and 2GB dual-channel kits. With both speed-bins, memory modules have CL5 5-5-15 latency settings and require 2.3V – 2.35V voltage setting.

Earlier this year Buffalo and OCZ Technology unveiled memory modules operating at beyond 1150MHz clock-speeds, which means that 1.20GHz speed-bin for memory modules, the absolute maximum once proclaimed for DDR2, has now been passed.

Each module completes 24 hours of burn-in reliability testing, extensive dynamic testing and visual inspection. HyperX DDR2 memory comes with a lifetime warranty and 24/7 technical support, the company emphasized.

“Kingston HyperX memory is 100% production tested at full frequency specifications,” said Mark Tekunoff, senior technology manager, Kingston.

Interestingly enough, the new memory modules are positioned primarily for microprocessors from Advanced Micro Devices, not Intel Corp.’s Core 2-series chips which have been winning the industry acclaims for several months now, at least, according to comments made by Kingston.

“Add in a high-end gaming motherboard, AMD CPU, a proper power supply, proper cooling capabilities and overclocking skills – that’s when great gaming and benchmarking can be achieved,” said Mr. Tekunoff.

Still, the new memory modules should work well with Intel Core 2-series processor-based platforms without a problem and provide quite high overclocking capabilities.

It is noticeable that price difference between Kingston’s 1150MHz and 1200MHz memory modules is negligible. For example, a dual-channel 2GB PC2-9200 kit has manufacturer suggested retail price of $518, whereas MSRP of dual-channel 2GB PC2-9600 kit is $525, only $7 more.