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Check RAM and CPU fit for your device.

Check RAM and CPU fit for your device.

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pengweng
Junior Member
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08-11-2020, 10:16 AM
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I’m checking your setup to see if the RAM you chose matches your CPU’s requirements. Your Ryzen 5900x supports up to 3200 MHz memory, but the Corsair LPX 32 GB (2x16) sticks you have are rated for 3600 MHz. Using more than that could cause stability issues or damage. The price gap between 3600 and 3200 was about ten dollars, so it’s not a major deal if you’re okay with the limitation.
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pengweng
08-11-2020, 10:16 AM #1

I’m checking your setup to see if the RAM you chose matches your CPU’s requirements. Your Ryzen 5900x supports up to 3200 MHz memory, but the Corsair LPX 32 GB (2x16) sticks you have are rated for 3600 MHz. Using more than that could cause stability issues or damage. The price gap between 3600 and 3200 was about ten dollars, so it’s not a major deal if you’re okay with the limitation.

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RepoRizer
Posting Freak
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08-15-2020, 02:42 AM
#2
I'm using 3600CL18 on a 5900X, but Corsair Vengeance might not be the best fit for Ryzen. This is my personal trial, not something I've read online.
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RepoRizer
08-15-2020, 02:42 AM #2

I'm using 3600CL18 on a 5900X, but Corsair Vengeance might not be the best fit for Ryzen. This is my personal trial, not something I've read online.

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Marc9225
Member
204
08-15-2020, 03:58 AM
#3
I don't have personal preferences, but you might consider checking reviews and specifications for models like the Corsair Vengeance LPX or MSI MasterEdge.
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Marc9225
08-15-2020, 03:58 AM #3

I don't have personal preferences, but you might consider checking reviews and specifications for models like the Corsair Vengeance LPX or MSI MasterEdge.

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08-21-2020, 05:35 AM
#4
Important Ballistix would suggest a few GSkill Trident options.
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GekkeSchildpad
08-21-2020, 05:35 AM #4

Important Ballistix would suggest a few GSkill Trident options.

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ShocraftMC
Junior Member
46
08-26-2020, 02:35 PM
#5
Doesn't pose any risk to anything, though the worst case is your CPU limiting performance. You can get 3600 RAM even if it doesn’t run at that speed—just adjust to lower speeds or timings. My setup supports 3600 with my 3700X, though it isn’t optimized for 3200. Some chips handle it better, while others like Adata cause lots of errors at any voltage.
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ShocraftMC
08-26-2020, 02:35 PM #5

Doesn't pose any risk to anything, though the worst case is your CPU limiting performance. You can get 3600 RAM even if it doesn’t run at that speed—just adjust to lower speeds or timings. My setup supports 3600 with my 3700X, though it isn’t optimized for 3200. Some chips handle it better, while others like Adata cause lots of errors at any voltage.