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Choosing a motherboard compatible with DDR5 during an SFF upgrade

Choosing a motherboard compatible with DDR5 during an SFF upgrade

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Ac1401
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05-27-2021, 06:38 AM
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Your i5 12400KF works with DDR5, but most DDR5 modules run at around 6000MHZ while your CPU only supports up to 4800MHZ. That could cause booting issues. Each DDR5 stick is typically two channels, so buying one or two sticks would be ideal for stability.
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Ac1401
05-27-2021, 06:38 AM #1

Your i5 12400KF works with DDR5, but most DDR5 modules run at around 6000MHZ while your CPU only supports up to 4800MHZ. That could cause booting issues. Each DDR5 stick is typically two channels, so buying one or two sticks would be ideal for stability.

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WaTis
Junior Member
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05-27-2021, 08:26 AM
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RAM speed labels are typically "up to" a certain rate. High-speed memory may lose performance, while low-speed options might not always operate quickly. This specific RAM is designed to perform optimally at the 12400KF's peak capability.
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WaTis
05-27-2021, 08:26 AM #2

RAM speed labels are typically "up to" a certain rate. High-speed memory may lose performance, while low-speed options might not always operate quickly. This specific RAM is designed to perform optimally at the 12400KF's peak capability.

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SpiderMan1962
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05-27-2021, 05:18 PM
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The official benchmark value is accurate, typically around 6000MT/s. In real-world use, this performance remains fairly stable. The processor allows memory overclocking, and most chips meet or exceed the 6000MT/s threshold. Running a more powerful setup at a lower speed offers no benefits except for potential cost savings. Two sticks.
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SpiderMan1962
05-27-2021, 05:18 PM #3

The official benchmark value is accurate, typically around 6000MT/s. In real-world use, this performance remains fairly stable. The processor allows memory overclocking, and most chips meet or exceed the 6000MT/s threshold. Running a more powerful setup at a lower speed offers no benefits except for potential cost savings. Two sticks.