F5F Stay Refreshed Hardware Desktop Consider purchasing fast RAM and then reducing its clock speed.

Consider purchasing fast RAM and then reducing its clock speed.

Consider purchasing fast RAM and then reducing its clock speed.

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Rwina
Junior Member
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12-29-2022, 07:44 AM
#1
I understand that most RAM designed for gamers is already boosted, thanks to XMP/EXPO settings. I'm curious about using a kit rated above 6400 MT and running it at 6000 MT—could this improve stability compared to a 6000 MT rated unit? My system uses an ASUS X670E-E with AM5 and a 7950X CPU. The kits I've looked at are mostly XMP profiles, not EXPO. Would that matter?
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Rwina
12-29-2022, 07:44 AM #1

I understand that most RAM designed for gamers is already boosted, thanks to XMP/EXPO settings. I'm curious about using a kit rated above 6400 MT and running it at 6000 MT—could this improve stability compared to a 6000 MT rated unit? My system uses an ASUS X670E-E with AM5 and a 7950X CPU. The kits I've looked at are mostly XMP profiles, not EXPO. Would that matter?

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JustTalkk
Junior Member
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12-29-2022, 09:00 AM
#2
There are only two options: stable or unstable. No middle ground. If you're spending more on a premium setup, make sure you get the best value and use their listed specifications.
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JustTalkk
12-29-2022, 09:00 AM #2

There are only two options: stable or unstable. No middle ground. If you're spending more on a premium setup, make sure you get the best value and use their listed specifications.

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jakobhans
Junior Member
35
12-30-2022, 02:34 PM
#3
It's just a hassle, you'd need to manually adjust the timing, while a real 6000MT kit is easy to set up with EXPO II on ASUS. I definitely wouldn't use XMP memory for AM5—memory tuning would take days and be unreliable. Plus, it won't actually improve performance compared to the better timed 6000MT CL30 EXPO kits. I went with a 30-36-36-76 kit and learned that ASUS EXPO settings are already optimized, so I chose EXPO II instead. It's been smooth sailing now.
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jakobhans
12-30-2022, 02:34 PM #3

It's just a hassle, you'd need to manually adjust the timing, while a real 6000MT kit is easy to set up with EXPO II on ASUS. I definitely wouldn't use XMP memory for AM5—memory tuning would take days and be unreliable. Plus, it won't actually improve performance compared to the better timed 6000MT CL30 EXPO kits. I went with a 30-36-36-76 kit and learned that ASUS EXPO settings are already optimized, so I chose EXPO II instead. It's been smooth sailing now.

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Dolphinpokemon
Member
168
12-31-2022, 08:14 PM
#4
Choosing the most affordable RAM package that meets the 6000MT standard delivers identical performance and reliability compared to pricier underclocked options. Prices range from $1000 to $3000, but if they use AM5 technology, 6000MHz DDR5 RAM is standard, making it an ideal balance for this speed.
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Dolphinpokemon
12-31-2022, 08:14 PM #4

Choosing the most affordable RAM package that meets the 6000MT standard delivers identical performance and reliability compared to pricier underclocked options. Prices range from $1000 to $3000, but if they use AM5 technology, 6000MHz DDR5 RAM is standard, making it an ideal balance for this speed.

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LordTemple
Junior Member
21
12-31-2022, 08:23 PM
#5
I should likely reference the fact that I’m partly seeking this change because I’m hoping swapping the RAM will help MCR run more smoothly, which would improve boot times. My current configuration forces me to wait nearly a minute each time I restart or reboot. Additionally, I’m experiencing occasional system crashes in BG3 and other games with less frequent issues.
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LordTemple
12-31-2022, 08:23 PM #5

I should likely reference the fact that I’m partly seeking this change because I’m hoping swapping the RAM will help MCR run more smoothly, which would improve boot times. My current configuration forces me to wait nearly a minute each time I restart or reboot. Additionally, I’m experiencing occasional system crashes in BG3 and other games with less frequent issues.

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RedBlood55
Junior Member
30
12-31-2022, 09:04 PM
#6
Usually 6000mt/s is fine, about 6200mt/s with a good IMC, and around 6400mt/s when you're really lucky on AM5 these days.
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RedBlood55
12-31-2022, 09:04 PM #6

Usually 6000mt/s is fine, about 6200mt/s with a good IMC, and around 6400mt/s when you're really lucky on AM5 these days.