Can a first-generation Ryzen processor maintain stability at over 2933 MHz with RAM?

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Can a first-generation Ryzen processor maintain stability at over 2933 MHz with RAM?

Can a first-generation Ryzen processor maintain stability at over 2933 MHz with RAM?

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MrSarx
Senior Member

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09-25-2017, 05:51 AM

#1

I had r7 1700 for years paired with corsair lpx 3000mhz hynix ram, b350F, latest bios
It works well at 2933 mhz but struggles with 3000mhz on docp, and I never reach OC RAM up to 3200mhz

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MrSarx

09-25-2017, 05:51 AM #1

I had r7 1700 for years paired with corsair lpx 3000mhz hynix ram, b350F, latest bios
It works well at 2933 mhz but struggles with 3000mhz on docp, and I never reach OC RAM up to 3200mhz

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Fa837241
Member

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09-25-2017, 06:43 AM

#2

1st Gen Ryzen platforms should support DDR3-3200MHz if your board has the appropriate BIOS version and the RAM is compatible with those speeds. Is this your setup? The newest BIOS doesn't give much detail, so we need to check the BIOS version on your motherboard after identifying the board's make and model. It might also help to include a link to the Corsair RAM you're using. Note that don't just turn on X.M.P—manually adjust the timings, frequency, and voltage in BIOS.

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Fa837241

09-25-2017, 06:43 AM #2

1st Gen Ryzen platforms should support DDR3-3200MHz if your board has the appropriate BIOS version and the RAM is compatible with those speeds. Is this your setup? The newest BIOS doesn't give much detail, so we need to check the BIOS version on your motherboard after identifying the board's make and model. It might also help to include a link to the Corsair RAM you're using. Note that don't just turn on X.M.P—manually adjust the timings, frequency, and voltage in BIOS.

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firefox905
Junior Member

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09-25-2017, 07:42 AM

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I’ve noticed several discussions where users struggle to reach above 2933/3000mhz on 1000 or 2000 series Ryzen processors. After enabling XMP, consider raising the DRAM voltage, staying below 1.450v. With DOCP, it should set the voltage to around 1.350v.

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firefox905

09-25-2017, 07:42 AM #3

I’ve noticed several discussions where users struggle to reach above 2933/3000mhz on 1000 or 2000 series Ryzen processors. After enabling XMP, consider raising the DRAM voltage, staying below 1.450v. With DOCP, it should set the voltage to around 1.350v.

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TheMineSeven
Member

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09-25-2017, 07:57 AM

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There is just one b350F available among all b350 models.
The Asus model with BIOS from last August
I tested all previous BIOS versions before it was released, but performance didn't improve for me because of RAM issues.

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TheMineSeven

09-25-2017, 07:57 AM #4

There is just one b350F available among all b350 models.
The Asus model with BIOS from last August
I tested all previous BIOS versions before it was released, but performance didn't improve for me because of RAM issues.

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DevilDoggy657
Senior Member

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09-25-2017, 01:31 PM

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Remember that the IMC plays a role in shaping the frequency you can reach because of its constraints.

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DevilDoggy657

09-25-2017, 01:31 PM #5

Remember that the IMC plays a role in shaping the frequency you can reach because of its constraints.

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jrp09
Member

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10-09-2017, 02:55 AM

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ram specifications do not allow reaching a maximum of 3200 mhz, as noted on the jedec site.

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jrp09

10-09-2017, 02:55 AM #6

ram specifications do not allow reaching a maximum of 3200 mhz, as noted on the jedec site.

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ChickenPhoYou
Posting Freak

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10-09-2017, 09:59 AM

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I experienced issues with 1700x on an x370MB system running at 3200MHz, using Samsung b-die RAM. However, Cl 17 RAM showed better performance at 3000MHz (Cl12). The main challenges were IMC and the 300 series chipset's limited memory capacity, which offered poor RAM options. In summary, achieving solid results requires a b-die or similar component. Conversely, lower CL values significantly improve RAM performance differences between 2933 and 3000 or even 3200MHz, with noticeable gains in overall speed. Roughly a 20% boost in RAM speed corresponds to a 1-2% improvement in overall performance, depending on the system.

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ChickenPhoYou

10-09-2017, 09:59 AM #7

I experienced issues with 1700x on an x370MB system running at 3200MHz, using Samsung b-die RAM. However, Cl 17 RAM showed better performance at 3000MHz (Cl12). The main challenges were IMC and the 300 series chipset's limited memory capacity, which offered poor RAM options. In summary, achieving solid results requires a b-die or similar component. Conversely, lower CL values significantly improve RAM performance differences between 2933 and 3000 or even 3200MHz, with noticeable gains in overall speed. Roughly a 20% boost in RAM speed corresponds to a 1-2% improvement in overall performance, depending on the system.

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daemon29
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10-10-2017, 12:23 AM

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It's definitely feasible to exceed the 2933 1st gen IMC limits, particularly in early production runs, but they fall short compared to 2nd generation and are far from matching 3rd generation performance. Importantly, using a later BIOS version helped AMD enhance memory compatibility with each AGESA release early on. The optimal choice remains the Samsung B-die, which offered the best chance for achieving 3200 plus clocks, though it may need some memory timing adjustments.

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daemon29

10-10-2017, 12:23 AM #8

It's definitely feasible to exceed the 2933 1st gen IMC limits, particularly in early production runs, but they fall short compared to 2nd generation and are far from matching 3rd generation performance. Importantly, using a later BIOS version helped AMD enhance memory compatibility with each AGESA release early on. The optimal choice remains the Samsung B-die, which offered the best chance for achieving 3200 plus clocks, though it may need some memory timing adjustments.