Comparison of CL30 and CL36 DDR5 RAM?
Comparison of CL30 and CL36 DDR5 RAM?
I’m aiming to assemble my initial AM5 setup. It’s been quite some time since I’ve worked on a full rebuild like this, and it feels like a lot has changed.
My main concern comes from the CL timing settings. I’ve been reviewing some information and focusing on the G.Skill Z5 Neo lineup. There’s roughly a $50 variation between the F5-6000J3636F32GX2-TZ5NRW and the F5-6000J3040G32GX2-TZ5NR models.
From what I understand, the only notable change is the timing for CL 30 and CL 36.
How significant is the performance impact of this reduced timing at a price difference of $50?
I’m planning to pair it with a B850 board and a 9800x3d board I managed to acquire at a low cost.
Any feedback would be greatly appreciated—this forum really stands out.
If you choose a 9800X3D model, I’d recommend going down to CL30. But I don’t see any indication that 30 is $50 more than 36. If you’re concerned about cost, consider a more affordable brand—you’re just paying for the branding kit, not the whole thing.
More precise timing on a Ryzen setup will boost performance, and FPS in games will improve beyond just the first number. Checking the other specs on the CL30 shows they're 40, while the CL36 are 36 across the board. It seems the decision will come down to whether those tighter timings justify the $50.
Thanks a lot, big guy! I saw the CL36 on Newegg for $180, while my nearby microcenter has the CL30 for $230.
Avoid purchasing any CL36 mem from Micron or Samsung, as these memories show minimal performance variation compared to the price gap between Hynix and the other manufacturers. The best option is the 6000CL36 mem made from Changxin's DRAM dies. Extensive testing indicates it surpasses the 6000CL30 Hynix A-Die memories when only EXPO is enabled, thanks to its precise timing settings—except for CL, which has a fixed timing preset. Additionally, these chips are available at half the cost of those using Hynix A dies.