decide on RAM selection: should you rely on PCPartPicker or your motherboard maker's approved list?

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decide on RAM selection: should you rely on PCPartPicker or your motherboard maker's approved list?

decide on RAM selection: should you rely on PCPartPicker or your motherboard maker's approved list?

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RockerMorton
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12-12-2023, 08:29 PM

#1

Your motherboard model isn't listed in the official kit, but the PC part selector confirms compatibility. The system even notes that some newer 5000MHz RAM options work despite your motherboard's older spec. Consider verifying the exact model number and consulting a trusted retailer for the best fit.

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RockerMorton

12-12-2023, 08:29 PM #1

Your motherboard model isn't listed in the official kit, but the PC part selector confirms compatibility. The system even notes that some newer 5000MHz RAM options work despite your motherboard's older spec. Consider verifying the exact model number and consulting a trusted retailer for the best fit.

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HorseGirl9245
Junior Member

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12-19-2023, 08:45 AM

#2

I wouldn't rely on either one, really. PCPP confirms physical compatibility, which it does. MSI only shares their personal experiences with specific kits, not a complete overview. I’d bet it should work, but you might need a bit of adjustment to get it running smoothly—X99 is known for being quite particular about memory usage.

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HorseGirl9245

12-19-2023, 08:45 AM #2

I wouldn't rely on either one, really. PCPP confirms physical compatibility, which it does. MSI only shares their personal experiences with specific kits, not a complete overview. I’d bet it should work, but you might need a bit of adjustment to get it running smoothly—X99 is known for being quite particular about memory usage.

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AliasRedGaming
Junior Member

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01-02-2024, 03:10 PM

#3

Rely more on QVL than PCPP, since PC Part Picker usually only extracts the spec sheets.

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AliasRedGaming

01-02-2024, 03:10 PM #3

Rely more on QVL than PCPP, since PC Part Picker usually only extracts the spec sheets.

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Mr_BookItYT
Member

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01-03-2024, 08:24 AM

#4

Perhaps it's better to keep using the QVL list for consistency.

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Mr_BookItYT

01-03-2024, 08:24 AM #4

Perhaps it's better to keep using the QVL list for consistency.

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ManMallow
Member

223

01-21-2024, 02:57 AM

#5

It’s about performance and compatibility. Even with an older chipset, modern software and multitasking demand more memory to run smoothly. The 64GB RAM helps ensure stability and speed for demanding applications.

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ManMallow

01-21-2024, 02:57 AM #5

It’s about performance and compatibility. Even with an older chipset, modern software and multitasking demand more memory to run smoothly. The 64GB RAM helps ensure stability and speed for demanding applications.

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Fergy04
Member

152

01-21-2024, 05:24 AM

#6

This is precisely the reason you rely on the QVL.

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Fergy04

01-21-2024, 05:24 AM #6

This is precisely the reason you rely on the QVL.

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Superlettuce19
Senior Member

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01-21-2024, 06:59 AM

#7

I spend a lot of time in video editing and After Effects, using most of my RAM right now. I’d like more memory available. A 64 GB setup would work instead of two 32 GB drives, and it would be more cost-effective. Maybe upgrading to a newer machine would be better than buying extra drives later. A fresh build sounds appealing!

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Superlettuce19

01-21-2024, 06:59 AM #7

I spend a lot of time in video editing and After Effects, using most of my RAM right now. I’d like more memory available. A 64 GB setup would work instead of two 32 GB drives, and it would be more cost-effective. Maybe upgrading to a newer machine would be better than buying extra drives later. A fresh build sounds appealing!