F5F Stay Refreshed Hardware Desktop Could this be a sign of an RGB RAM issue? It might indicate a faulty component or poor connection.

Could this be a sign of an RGB RAM issue? It might indicate a faulty component or poor connection.

Could this be a sign of an RGB RAM issue? It might indicate a faulty component or poor connection.

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MrBrown12344
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07-21-2022, 04:41 AM
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Hello everyone! I just got a new PC and immediately caught some unusual buzzing near the CPU when it starts up after Windows loads. It gets louder when the HDD stops spinning. After setting up Fury CTRL and adjusting the RGB, the sound changes with the new settings. Closing the app lets the noise fade completely, but turning on the RGB in rainbow mode makes it quieter. Even after uninstalling Fury CTRL, the buzzing persists, so it doesn’t seem to be a software issue. I’m not sure if it’s related to the CPU cooler touching the RAM a bit, which could cause this noise. (Picture and video examples are attached.)

Specs: R7 9800X3D Cooler: Thermalright Phantom Spirit 120 EVO ASUS ROG STRIX B650E-F GAMING WIFI (Latest bios) KINGSTON FURY 64GB Beast RGB DDR5 6000MHz CL30 PSU: FSP Hydro Ti PRO 1000W Pic + Vid + Sound
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MrBrown12344
07-21-2022, 04:41 AM #1

Hello everyone! I just got a new PC and immediately caught some unusual buzzing near the CPU when it starts up after Windows loads. It gets louder when the HDD stops spinning. After setting up Fury CTRL and adjusting the RGB, the sound changes with the new settings. Closing the app lets the noise fade completely, but turning on the RGB in rainbow mode makes it quieter. Even after uninstalling Fury CTRL, the buzzing persists, so it doesn’t seem to be a software issue. I’m not sure if it’s related to the CPU cooler touching the RAM a bit, which could cause this noise. (Picture and video examples are attached.)

Specs: R7 9800X3D Cooler: Thermalright Phantom Spirit 120 EVO ASUS ROG STRIX B650E-F GAMING WIFI (Latest bios) KINGSTON FURY 64GB Beast RGB DDR5 6000MHz CL30 PSU: FSP Hydro Ti PRO 1000W Pic + Vid + Sound

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castielqueen
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07-22-2022, 10:55 PM
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It seems like coil whine is present, especially with DDR5 modules due to the PMIC. This isn't typical and usually comes from voltage rails near the RAM rather than the RAM itself, though it can occur occasionally. It's harmless and just a mild annoyance. You might want to use well-sealed headphones to mask the sound instead.
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castielqueen
07-22-2022, 10:55 PM #2

It seems like coil whine is present, especially with DDR5 modules due to the PMIC. This isn't typical and usually comes from voltage rails near the RAM rather than the RAM itself, though it can occur occasionally. It's harmless and just a mild annoyance. You might want to use well-sealed headphones to mask the sound instead.

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FlamelVhaseyar
Junior Member
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07-23-2022, 06:46 AM
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The fan near the RAM wouldn't produce much noise, which isn't too bothersome. While gaming I usually don't notice it, it's possible the sound changes if you stress the CPU more or use certain components. If the issue is related to coil whine, non-RGB RAMs might help.
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FlamelVhaseyar
07-23-2022, 06:46 AM #3

The fan near the RAM wouldn't produce much noise, which isn't too bothersome. While gaming I usually don't notice it, it's possible the sound changes if you stress the CPU more or use certain components. If the issue is related to coil whine, non-RGB RAMs might help.

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JVMASTER11
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07-25-2022, 04:12 AM
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It seems unlikely. Theoretically it might boost noise from the RAM, but I wouldn't expect it to be a reliable solution. I've noticed it still works with non-RGB RAM either, so it's not a guaranteed fix.
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JVMASTER11
07-25-2022, 04:12 AM #4

It seems unlikely. Theoretically it might boost noise from the RAM, but I wouldn't expect it to be a reliable solution. I've noticed it still works with non-RGB RAM either, so it's not a guaranteed fix.