DDR3 1333(O.C.)/1066/800
DDR3 1333(O.C.)/1066/800
Hi all,
thank you for your assistance.
I have a few questions about the Mobo I'm considering, especially regarding the RAM it supports.
P5P41T LE e6500
I’ve read a bit about overclocking and understand some of the basics, but I’m not very familiar with the details.
My concerns are:
- When installing DDR3 1333 memory, do I need to overclock something?
- I assume the issue isn’t with the RAM itself since it’s already 1333, but rather with the FSB.
- I’d like to know if it would automatically clock up, or if manual adjustment is required.
- If it’s not too complicated, could you guide me on the best way to proceed?
Appreciate your help!
Cheers
Alternatively, either the RAM or the CPU needs to adapt to each other’s configurations.
For instance:
In your setup, the E6500 runs at 1066 MHz FSB. This equates to 266 MHz multiplied by four (since the FSB is quad-pumped). Your RAM operates near 667 MHz (about 1333 in effect). Observe that if you take 266 and multiply it by five, you arrive at 1333. That confirms your processor will function properly as designed.
If you plan to overclock, focus on the CPU first. The RAM offers little improvement in gaming performance and provides minimal gains in tasks like video encoding or Photoshop. The RAM speed will automatically sync with the CPU’s rate.
Alternatively, either the RAM or the CPU needs to adapt to each other’s configurations.
For instance:
In your setup, the E6500 runs at 1066 MHz FSB. This equates to 266 MHz multiplied by four (since the FSB is quad-pumped). Your RAM operates near 667 MHz (about 1333 in effect). Observe that if you take 266 and multiply it by five, you arrive at 1333. That confirms your processor will function properly as designed.
If you plan to overclock, focus on the CPU first. The RAM offers little benefit for gaming performance and provides minimal improvement in tasks like video encoding or Photoshop. The RAM speed will automatically sync with the CPU’s rate.
I also reviewed the FAQ's guide, which clarifies what you meant about quad-pumped and the Double DR. The BIOS needs to clock the FSB so DDR3 1333 can run at the right ratio and speed. I think it would be best to downclock it to match the CPU specs—1066 (CPU)—since MSY and UMart no longer offer DDR 1066. I’ll eventually learn to overclock once the system is up and running. This is my first hardware project, so I’m still getting the hang of it. Baby steps! Also, with the CPU, is the multiplier always stocked at ten times?
The RAM or CPU needs to adapt to each other's settings. The RAM speed will automatically sync to match the CPU frequency. My CPU is at 1333, but my RAM is at 1066. Both are set to 1333 by default, but changing it in BIOS won't work. I only have two choices: 1333 or 1066 for the RAM. I’m confused about why this is happening. It should run at 1333, but it’s frustrating.