DDR3 RAM mixing process

xAdriLCT
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11-23-2017, 05:19 AM

Hello, I apologize for the unclear English. I’d like to include two more RAM sticks, but I’m not sure it will be possible. I’m currently using - Kingston Hyper X Blu 8 GB (2x4GB Modules) at 1600 MHz and I want to match it with this one: Kingston HyperX FURY 4GB 1866MHz DDR3 CL10 DIMM - Black (HX318C10FB/4) https://www.amazon.com/Kingston-HyperX-F...B00J8E8Z06 There are no HyperX blu nearby and the FURY 1866 MHz is my only option. If I buy two 8GB Fury units it would cost around $85 here, so adding more RAM is much more affordable. My existing RAM: purchased seven years ago, so there’s no availability in stock. https://www.amazon.com/Kingston-Modules-...B0057Q4ADU Motherboard: Gigabyte G1 Sniper m5 (z87)

xAdriLCT

11-23-2017, 05:19 AM #1

BrandonIhzHere
Junior Member

11-23-2017, 10:55 AM

You could save yourself the trouble and simply grab the Fury sticks, swapping out your current items for them.

BrandonIhzHere

11-23-2017, 10:55 AM #2

You could save yourself the trouble and simply grab the Fury sticks, swapping out your current items for them.

Hunter1202005
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11-23-2017, 06:38 PM

It looks like you're expressing a strong sentiment. Let me know how I can assist further.

Hunter1202005

11-23-2017, 06:38 PM #3

It looks like you're expressing a strong sentiment. Let me know how I can assist further.

foz93
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11-25-2017, 06:47 PM

Combining speeds means every RAM operates at the lower rate—this isn’t ideal when mixing fast and slow components, especially with more memory added.

foz93

11-25-2017, 06:47 PM #4

Combining speeds means every RAM operates at the lower rate—this isn’t ideal when mixing fast and slow components, especially with more memory added.

guntaj800
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11-25-2017, 09:16 PM

It should function properly, but you’d need to use quicker sticks at a slower speed. Not the best setup, but it might work if you prioritize extra RAM.

guntaj800

11-25-2017, 09:16 PM #5

It should function properly, but you’d need to use quicker sticks at a slower speed. Not the best setup, but it might work if you prioritize extra RAM.

KingQbert
Member

12-07-2017, 11:56 AM

Right now I'm at 2133 MHz. Trading in my RAM for those two 8GB Fury chips would make sense, and I wonder if I can push the RAM speed up to 2133 MHz as well?

KingQbert

12-07-2017, 11:56 AM #6

Right now I'm at 2133 MHz. Trading in my RAM for those two 8GB Fury chips would make sense, and I wonder if I can push the RAM speed up to 2133 MHz as well?

cookie1525
Junior Member

12-07-2017, 07:47 PM

Your motherboard supports RAM speed adjustments (most do), and if you're capable, it's a viable choice.

cookie1525

12-07-2017, 07:47 PM #7

Your motherboard supports RAM speed adjustments (most do), and if you're capable, it's a viable choice.

Lxxn2002
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12-08-2017, 07:40 PM

Thanks!

Lxxn2002

12-08-2017, 07:40 PM #8

Thanks!