4000MHz CL18 compared to 3600MHz CL16
4000MHz CL18 compared to 3600MHz CL16
Hey! You're weighing two 32GB RAM options—one 3600MHz CL16 and another 4000MHz CL18, both at the same price. It depends on your needs: speed matters more if you're gaming or doing heavy multitasking, while the 4000MHz might offer a bit more performance for lighter workloads. Consider what you'll use it for most often.
I don’t have access to specific part numbers or detailed timing data for that exact 3600MHz CL16 kit. The primary timings would typically be listed in the product documentation or on the manufacturer’s website. For your current setup, please confirm your CPU model and motherboard specifications so I can help match the timing details.
They come in different pricing tiers. The 3600 kit is likely around $16-16-16, while the 4000 kit probably costs more. I’d choose the 3600 since it matches latency better. Using a Ryzen setup could hit 2000fclk and 4000MHz, but that might bring in latency issues. Few Zen 2 chips manage that speed. Edited July 23, 2020 by TofuHaroto
You're looking to build a system with the Ryzen 9 3900XT, paired with the Gigabyte X570 Aorus Elite motherboard. Your RAM options are: 3600Mhz CL16 and 4000Mhz CL18 models, both priced around $250 each on the site.
Both options appear safe based on what I see. More frequent signals often indicate a rev. The 16 kit runs from 16 to 18 to 18. If prices match, choose the 4000 kit and you can lower it to 3600 for improved performance.
Yes, the fclk supports 4000Mhz. It matches the price you mentioned, offering better bandwidth and lower latency compared to other options.
Purchase the 3600 CL16 kit and skip the extra setup. It performs better as-is, unlike the 4000MHz version which needs manual adjustments. The 3900X should suffice; the added performance gains of XT don't justify the $100 cost. 1900MHz is more typical for XT chips, while 2000MHz is rarely achieved even on them.
They're both Micron E-dies; choosing one isn't crucial. Both support operation above 4000MHz.