Check if my RAM is deteriorating in Prime95 Blend tests. What does the outcome indicate?
Check if my RAM is deteriorating in Prime95 Blend tests. What does the outcome indicate?
Hello,
Here are your two questions plus a bonus point.
System Specifications and OC information:
1. My Prime95 Small Test operates smoothly for an hour with 60 cycles on the 68c core in the socket, without any failures. However, the Blend test often crashes; could this be related to my RAM?
2. The Blend test typically stalls within 2–3 minutes, but occasionally it remains stable for over 20 minutes when using a 51c core and 60c socket before failing. What does this indicate? Is my RAM malfunctioning during the Blend test? Does warming up the system for 10–15 minutes really enhance the stability of my RAM or Blend test?
Bonus: Could this setup affect performance with an upgraded GPU?
Context / Details:
- Operating System: Windows 10 Pro
- Motherboard: Asus Sabertooth 990fx R2.0
- Power Supply: 550W XFX PRO
- RAM: FX8350 & Evo Hyper 212
- CPU: Patriot 1333 (16GB, 4x4)
- Storage: GTX 660 (pending purchase of GTX 1070 / Polaris price drop)
- Operating System Version: OC
- Notes: Used JayzTwoCents YouTube video for OC guidance.
- For beginners: Followed instructions closely except for the multiplier setting, which was adjusted to 20.5.
I discovered I could achieve a speed of 4.54ghz from 1.38v (up to 1.4v with CPU load line set to Ultra High) using a bus speed of 221 and a multiplier of 20.5, without exceeding 60c on the Prime95 Small Test.
RAM Specifications:
- Size: 4GB
- Bandwidth: 10,700 (677MHz)
- Brand: Patriot
- Part #: PSD34G13332
- Timing details:
- Frequency: JEDEC 1,2,3,4 = 457MHz, 533MHz, 609MHz, 666MHz
- CAS latency: JEDEC 1,2,3,4 = 6.0, 7.0, 8.0, 9.0
- RAS to CAS and precharge: 6,7,8,9
- tRAS: 17, 20, 22, 24
- tRC: 23, 27, 30, 33
- Voltage: 1.5V (auto in BIOS)
- Memory type: DDR3
- Frequency: 2438–2439 MHz
- DRAM speed: 739.1MHz
- FSB: 10,000 MHz
Cheers!
I notice you're evaluating a new RAM option. The 1333 MHz speed might be too slow for the processor, especially since the MC is 1866 MHz and it could contribute to the issue. This test may not be optimized for AMD without adjustments. You might want to try http://www.ocbase.com/ or http://www.techspot.com/downloads/4645-a...drive.html instead.
It might be due to VRM overheating. What options do you have for a CPU cooler? Is there sufficient airflow around the VRMs? I don't believe the VRMs are overheating, as the mainboard temperatures are between 20-23°C. I'm using a CM Evo Hyper 212 on the CPU. The case is a Fractal R4 with three 120cm fans and two 120cm fans on the sides.
I notice you're evaluating a new RAM option. The 1333 MHz speed might be too slow for the processor, especially since the MC is 1866 MHz and it could contribute to the issue. This test may not be optimized for AMD without adjustments. You might want to try http://www.ocbase.com/ or http://www.techspot.com/downloads/4645-a...drive.html instead.