Difference Between SIMM and DIMM

In this post, we will understand the difference between SIMM and DIMM −

SIMM

• The pins present on either facets are connected.

• It supports 32 bit channel for data transfer.

• It consumes power of 5 volts.

• It provides storage space of about 4 MB to 64 MB.

• The most common pin configuration of SIMM module is 72 pins.

• It is an old technology.

• They are installed in pairs.

• They can be used by early Pentium computers as well as by 486 CPU.

• The length and width of SIMM are 4.25 inches and 1 inch respectively.

• There are single notches in it.

DIMM

• The pins in DIMM are freelance in nature.

• It supports 64 bit channel for data transfer.

• It consumes power of about 3.3 volts.

• DIMM provides the storage 32 MB to 1 GB.

• The most common pin configuration of DIMM module is 168 pins.

• They are replacement of SIMMs module.

• They are installed one at a time.

• They are generally used by modern Pentium computers.

• The length and width of this module are about 1.67 to 5.25 inches and 1 to 1.75 inches respectively.

• There are two notches in this module.