Adjust RAM speed for compatibility (3200

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Adjust RAM speed for compatibility (3200 - 2666 MHz)

Pierot_BR
Junior Member

08-31-2019, 10:53 PM

I’m preparing to enhance my setup with new parts: a motherboard, CPU, and RAM. Previously I used an MSI B360M PRO-VDH board with an i5-8600 CPU, 2400 MHz RAM (16 GB DDR4). Now I’m considering a Ryzen 7 3800X and plan to buy RAM at 3200 MHz. Because I’m on a tighter budget, I wanted memory with 3200 MHz compatibility. Can I downclock the RAM to match the i5-8600’s 2666 MHz limit? I’m interested in the G.Skill Trident Z RGB DDR4-3200mhz (F4-3200C16D-16GTZR, 16 GB). Please let me know your thoughts.

Pierot_BR

08-31-2019, 10:53 PM #1

Harambe_Lives
Member

184

08-31-2019, 11:55 PM

RAM is designed for a specific performance level. It usually functions properly at any speed lower than that rating. The motherboard determines the rate, while the RAM doesn't understand its true capabilities.

Harambe_Lives

08-31-2019, 11:55 PM #2

JaMieLee1995
Junior Member

09-01-2019, 05:36 AM

You can directly adjust the clock speed in the BIOS without any extra steps. The motherboard won’t automatically underclock your RAM; you control it manually.

JaMieLee1995

09-01-2019, 05:36 AM #3

You can directly adjust the clock speed in the BIOS without any extra steps. The motherboard won’t automatically underclock your RAM; you control it manually.

saerond
Member

09-01-2019, 11:08 PM

If the motherboard isn't set up, it will operate the RAM at the standard speed of 2166. If configured, it tries to use the settings already saved on the board.

saerond

09-01-2019, 11:08 PM #4

If the motherboard isn't set up, it will operate the RAM at the standard speed of 2166. If configured, it tries to use the settings already saved on the board.