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Discussing the issue of overclocking 6600k RAM

Discussing the issue of overclocking 6600k RAM

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GENTILPHOQUE
Member
64
07-31-2016, 05:37 PM
#1
I have a query about overclocking.
My system specs are
i5 6600k
Z170A MSI Krait Gaming 3X
Cryorig H7.
I want to know what RAM would make it easier to overclock my CPU. Would it be
G.SKILL 8GB NT Series 288-Pin DDR4 PC4-19200 2400MHz or
Ballistix Sport LT 8GB Kit (4GBx2) DDR4 2400 MT/s (PC4-19200)?
Additionally, one more question: can I buy one 8GB RAM at a time with the same model and timing? Would it function as dual channel or quad channel? Or does it need to be two 4GB modules for dual channel?
Thank you!
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GENTILPHOQUE
07-31-2016, 05:37 PM #1

I have a query about overclocking.
My system specs are
i5 6600k
Z170A MSI Krait Gaming 3X
Cryorig H7.
I want to know what RAM would make it easier to overclock my CPU. Would it be
G.SKILL 8GB NT Series 288-Pin DDR4 PC4-19200 2400MHz or
Ballistix Sport LT 8GB Kit (4GBx2) DDR4 2400 MT/s (PC4-19200)?
Additionally, one more question: can I buy one 8GB RAM at a time with the same model and timing? Would it function as dual channel or quad channel? Or does it need to be two 4GB modules for dual channel?
Thank you!

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Tacker_
Member
74
08-21-2016, 03:37 PM
#2
It's best to purchase all the DRAM you require in one package. There are no assurances when combining different DRAM sets. For OCing the CPU, it doesn't depend on the DRAM type; either set would work, compare prices, and often you can find 2666 or even 2800 units for a similar cost as 2400.
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Tacker_
08-21-2016, 03:37 PM #2

It's best to purchase all the DRAM you require in one package. There are no assurances when combining different DRAM sets. For OCing the CPU, it doesn't depend on the DRAM type; either set would work, compare prices, and often you can find 2666 or even 2800 units for a similar cost as 2400.

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Melerezs
Member
51
08-21-2016, 10:45 PM
#3
It's best to purchase all the DRAM you require in one package. There are no assurances when combining different DRAM sets. For OCing the CPU, it doesn't depend on the DRAM type; either set would work, compare prices, and often you can find 2666 or even 2800 units for a similar cost as 2400.
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Melerezs
08-21-2016, 10:45 PM #3

It's best to purchase all the DRAM you require in one package. There are no assurances when combining different DRAM sets. For OCing the CPU, it doesn't depend on the DRAM type; either set would work, compare prices, and often you can find 2666 or even 2800 units for a similar cost as 2400.

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carp3
Senior Member
572
09-04-2016, 04:30 AM
#4
It's best to purchase all the DRAM required in one package. There are no assurances when combining different DRAM sets. For CPU OC, it doesn't depend on the DRAM type; either set works, prices can vary, and you might find 2666 or even 2800 for similar costs as 2400. Which speed do you prefer?
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carp3
09-04-2016, 04:30 AM #4

It's best to purchase all the DRAM required in one package. There are no assurances when combining different DRAM sets. For CPU OC, it doesn't depend on the DRAM type; either set works, prices can vary, and you might find 2666 or even 2800 for similar costs as 2400. Which speed do you prefer?

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Ipod984
Senior Member
707
09-21-2016, 10:52 PM
#5
I believe 3200 offers the optimal balance of price and performance. If it doesn't suit your budget, consider 2666 or 2800.
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Ipod984
09-21-2016, 10:52 PM #5

I believe 3200 offers the optimal balance of price and performance. If it doesn't suit your budget, consider 2666 or 2800.