Consider increasing your voltage or maintaining the current setting.
Consider increasing your voltage or maintaining the current setting.
I've started experimenting with RAM overclocking and want to try a straightforward adjustment.
I'm using 4 sticks of Crucial DDR4 memory (16 GB total) at 2133 MHz, which is the maximum allowed by the system as well as its previous speed.
My current settings are:
Command rate 2
tCL: 13
tRCD: 14
tRP: 13
tRAS: 36
tRFC: 278
The default values are:
Command rate: (likely auto-set at 2)
tCL: 15
tRCD: 15
tRP: 15
tRAS: 36
tRFC: 278
If I need to raise the voltage, should I go from the default 1.200 or the auto 1.248? Also, what if I kept these numbers but lowered the command rate to 1 (unless that's risky)? Would that change the required voltage?
Sorry, I'm a beginner but appreciate any advice!
Memory overclocking for better performance is typically limited to using just two primary slots, not four. Most M/B manuals clearly recommend keeping the slots occupied in this way.
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Memory overclocking for better performance is typically limited to using just two primary slots, not four. Most M/B manuals clearly recommend keeping the slots occupied for this task.
When you seek assistance, please include all your hardware details—brand, model number, specifications, speed, etc.—and mention the operating system or software you're using. We don’t try to guess what you need.
#2 The improvements you expect are often not worth the work because overclocking the CPU usually gives more benefit than tweaking memory, especially if you focus on the CPU’s memory controller and add heat.
If you’re committed to this approach, feel free to share your specs.
P.S.; Not every memory type supports overclocking, and some budget options might fail under stress, potentially causing your system to stop working.
I've seen that DDR4 RAM needs to support 1.5V to meet certification standards. Most users run it well above that without issues, so 1.25V is definitely feasible. The main concern lies in balancing timing, command rate, and frequency for best performance. Don't hesitate to use higher voltage initially—perhaps 1.35 to 1.4—and only reduce once stability is confirmed. You'll need to run benchmarks afterward to assess its impact.
This seems like a lengthy process unless you're lucky to find someone else doing the same with your memory and can exchange insights. Also, these types often use Samsung B-DIMM modules that behave quite differently.
Good luck!