Discussing RAM speed problems
Discussing RAM speed problems
Hi, I noticed you've recently installed two more RAM modules and are facing problems. Before adding the new RAM, you configured it to run at 3200MHz. After installing the extra sticks, the system restarted to its default settings, and setting it back to 3200MHz caused a BSOD during startup. Your motherboard is an MSI Tomahawk B450, and your CPU is a Ryzen 5 2600X. The original RAM package you used was from Corsair, but you switched to an Adata model. To get the system to boot, you had to either lower the frequency or adjust the timing settings. You selected a profile with 3200MHz and specific timings (18-20-20-20-38), but in the Task Manager, the frequency shows as 1600MHz. That seems unusual—can you clarify what that setting means?
So a few points to note: 1.) The Zen/Zen+ controller had some issues, especially with handling four sticks at once. Your processor might struggle to keep up. 2.) Combining RAM can be risky; it’s common to have mismatched memory chips that clash and won’t work properly together. Use a tool like Thaiphoon Burner to inspect the SPD data and identify which sticks belong to each set. 3.) Task Manager speed reports are unreliable. They often give incorrect readings—like claiming a CPU runs at 45GHz when it’s actually around 4.2GHz. For accurate info, try CPU or ZenTimings programs. CPU-Z usually shows half the real speed, which is normal.
CPU-Z reports a 1600MHz clock speed, indicating the frequency is satisfactory. This was a short-term fix since the plan was to replace the CPU and motherboard around Christmas with the best available Intel or AMD options. Upgrading to DDR5 wasn’t certain at the time. Essentially, you’re fine with the current setup given your existing system.
Sure, you're maintaining the proper pace. Running a memtest86 test during the night would confirm stability, though it seems likely it works well.