Can you increase the RAM speed past what your motherboards can handle?

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Can you increase the RAM speed past what your motherboards can handle?

Can you increase the RAM speed past what your motherboards can handle?

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jdm1
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10-31-2016, 10:51 AM

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Hi there,
After testing CS:GO on my personal PCs (i5-3470 & R9 290X) and the one I built for my grandparents (i3-6100 & RX 460), I realized that my i3 consistently hits smooth 200+ FPS, whereas my i5 often falls short above 110. I’m sure it’s not just about the CPU, though the i5-3470 is old and still performs better than the newer models. As for which GPU is faster, that’s a separate matter.
My main observation is that RAM speed (CAS and MHz) plays a significant role in my gaming experience.
Now, regarding your question: Can I overclock my RAM on an ASRock H61M-VG4 motherboard that only supports up to 1600MHz? My RAM is a 2x4GB kit at 1866MHz from HyperX Fury DDR3.

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jdm1

10-31-2016, 10:51 AM #1

Hi there,
After testing CS:GO on my personal PCs (i5-3470 & R9 290X) and the one I built for my grandparents (i3-6100 & RX 460), I realized that my i3 consistently hits smooth 200+ FPS, whereas my i5 often falls short above 110. I’m sure it’s not just about the CPU, though the i5-3470 is old and still performs better than the newer models. As for which GPU is faster, that’s a separate matter.
My main observation is that RAM speed (CAS and MHz) plays a significant role in my gaming experience.
Now, regarding your question: Can I overclock my RAM on an ASRock H61M-VG4 motherboard that only supports up to 1600MHz? My RAM is a 2x4GB kit at 1866MHz from HyperX Fury DDR3.

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gangsterZOL
Junior Member

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10-31-2016, 11:28 AM

#2

HenkDeGamer is clarifying the situation without any changes to the original text.

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gangsterZOL

10-31-2016, 11:28 AM #2

HenkDeGamer is clarifying the situation without any changes to the original text.

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JdGamingShow
Member

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10-31-2016, 01:13 PM

#3

It's not due to the RAM, and there will be no advantage at all when moving from 1600 to 1866.
The reason lies in the RX 460, which was built for e-sports games.

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JdGamingShow

10-31-2016, 01:13 PM #3

It's not due to the RAM, and there will be no advantage at all when moving from 1600 to 1866.
The reason lies in the RX 460, which was built for e-sports games.

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OwlCornz
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10-31-2016, 07:20 PM

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It's not due to the RAM, and you won't gain any advantage going from 1600 to 1866. The reason lies in the RX 460, which is built for e-sports games. That's why I'm swapping my R9 290X for an MSI GTX 1060 with 6GB. Would the 1060 provide more stable frame rates? Or are you suggesting that a $110 RX 460 will outperform both in FPS for e-sports titles? And could you still address the RAM concern? I enjoy experimenting with technology, so any performance improvement would be welcome.

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OwlCornz

10-31-2016, 07:20 PM #4

It's not due to the RAM, and you won't gain any advantage going from 1600 to 1866. The reason lies in the RX 460, which is built for e-sports games. That's why I'm swapping my R9 290X for an MSI GTX 1060 with 6GB. Would the 1060 provide more stable frame rates? Or are you suggesting that a $110 RX 460 will outperform both in FPS for e-sports titles? And could you still address the RAM concern? I enjoy experimenting with technology, so any performance improvement would be welcome.

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Denaos5208
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11-08-2016, 08:58 AM

#5

HenkDeGamer is clarifying the situation without any changes to the original text.

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Denaos5208

11-08-2016, 08:58 AM #5

HenkDeGamer is clarifying the situation without any changes to the original text.

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valentin1406
Member

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11-08-2016, 10:51 AM

#6

The discussion focuses on performance expectations for gaming, comparing graphics cards and their impact on gameplay.

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valentin1406

11-08-2016, 10:51 AM #6

The discussion focuses on performance expectations for gaming, comparing graphics cards and their impact on gameplay.

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Endersteve24
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11-27-2016, 03:49 AM

#7

HenkDeGamer is discussing performance differences between graphics cards for e-sports gaming. He mentions the RX 460's suitability for competitive titles and compares it to the MSI GTX 1060. The conversation also touches on RAM limitations and performance expectations, with a request for temperature readings under load.

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Endersteve24

11-27-2016, 03:49 AM #7

HenkDeGamer is discussing performance differences between graphics cards for e-sports gaming. He mentions the RX 460's suitability for competitive titles and compares it to the MSI GTX 1060. The conversation also touches on RAM limitations and performance expectations, with a request for temperature readings under load.