Can you increase the speed of your RAM on this system?
Can you increase the speed of your RAM on this system?
System specifications include a Zotac GTX 1060 with 3GB GPU, Ryzen 5 1600 CPU, Corsair CXM550W power supply, Corsair Vengeance RAM (2x4GB at 2133MHz), Prime A320M-K motherboard. I understand the motherboard can't overclock the CPU, but can I adjust the RAM speed to 2400/2666MHz? I'm curious since Ryzen benefits from quicker RAM speeds and wanted to explore a small overclock.
You can adjust the RAM a bit since the motherboard should handle DIMM speeds up to 2400/2666mhz at the default setting. But if your DIMMs are rated for 2133, reaching those speeds is unlikely. This is why they’re offered at lower rates. Otherwise, manufacturers might lose sales on their upgraded versions. If you know the BIOS details, timing, and voltages, it’s doable. I’ve successfully increased my 2400mhz DIMM to 2733mhz after some trial and error. Voltage control is essential for standard DIMM operation. Raise the memory voltage to 1.25 (using the default 1.2) and boost the speed by one level. After testing with memtest four times, then adjust further.
You can adjust the RAM a bit since the motherboard should handle DIMM speeds up to 2400/2666mhz by default. But if your DIMMs are rated for 2133, reaching those speeds is unlikely. This is why they're offered at lower rates. Otherwise, manufacturers might stop selling their upgraded versions. If you know the BIOS details, timing, and voltages, it's doable. I've successfully increased my 2400mhz DIMM to 2733mhz after some trial and error. To make this work, you must control the voltage. Raise the mem voltage to 1.25 (using the default 1.2) and boost the speed by one level. Run a memtest until it passes all four checks, then try again. If it fails, increase the voltage slightly or lower the speed. Don't exceed 1.25v or more than two speed adjustments, or you risk damaging the DIMM.
Yeah, i have no xp with this type of thing. I think my best bet is to get 16gb of 2666 MHz instead of overclocking and maybe messing something up. Thanks for the reply