Do I have sufficient cooling for my PSU and CPU?
Do I have sufficient cooling for my PSU and CPU?
Hello,
I'm putting together a new build and I've already purchased all the parts, just waiting for them to arrive.
My build
My PSU
I've been thinking about getting into overclocking my CPU, but I guess my only concern right now (besides the how-to-overclock-anything questions that I'll have to research later) is: is my PSU strong enough for overclocking my CPU? What if I wanted to overclock anything else like my GPU/RAM?
Also, if it is enough, is
the CPU cooler I purchased
going to do the trick?
Thanks in advance for the help!
Both options are acceptable. Each version maintains the original meaning while offering slight variations in phrasing.
When you receive all components, return the RAM you selected for your build; it won’t function. Opt instead for this option since MSI acknowledges compatibility on the motherboard:
Corsair Vengeance RGB Pro 16 GB (2 x 8 GB) DDR4-3200 CL16 Memory
https://www.amazon.com/CORSAIR-Vengeance...B07D5SN1ZK
Refer to these links for guidance:
https://pc-builder.net/memory/?CompatibleWith[]=46321
https://www.amazon.com/CORSAIR-Vengeance...B07D5SN1ZK
That's just wrong.
That's compatible ram taken directly from that link. You Cannot place faith in what a website tells you will work or not, when they have a 'buy it' button underneath.
There's absolutely nothing wrong with Op's choice of ram, 3600 CL18 ram (2x16Gb) is very normal for this use case. Doesn't make a difference if it's SkHynix ram with a Corsair heatsink, or the exact same SkHynix ram with a Team heatsink glued to it.
The QVL is meaningless garbage. The only thing it says is that the motherboard vendor tried 'x' ram and it worked. It is Not intended to say the Only 'x' ram works or if you use 'x' ram it Will work.
So the RAM I checked on through MSI's site isn't functioning?
Everything functions properly. DDR4 remains DDR4. MSI tends to be more lenient with older technologies compared to other suppliers. You'll encounter B450 motherboards that support only RAM up to 3200MHz since those were the top speeds available at the time. However, once you surpass the memory controller's capabilities and enter the OC range, it becomes permissible. A B450 motherboard rated at 3200MHz (OC) can handle DDR4-3600 or DDR4-4400MHz with a 5000 series Ryzen processor. It won't perform well with a 1000 series CPU, which is more of a CPU constraint rather than a motherboard issue.
If you examine the information provided directly from compatibility sources, DDR3-1600 is clearly incompatible in any way—it's physically distinct and doesn't fit into DDR4 slots. There are only a few major RAM manufacturers, such as Samsung, SK Hynix, Nanya, and Micron. They produce various models with different heatsinks and finishes, but the core components remain identical. Companies like Corsair, Team Group, g-skill, and Patriot use similar memory modules under different branding. Removing the heatsink from a LPX or Team Vulcan makes it nearly impossible to distinguish them physically, as they share the same PCB, memory chips, and layout.
Model numbers are also inconsistent. In GSKILL Trident-Z DDR4, there are over 3000 distinct model numbers. The camo variant looks similar to white/gray or black/white versions, but slight color differences result in different identifiers. Msi might label a white 3200GHz 2-stick kit as black/white, but it's functionally the same—just with a different color scheme.
It’s similar to viewing a picture of a black 2022 Dodge Charger R/T that claims to accelerate from 0-60 in 5 seconds and averages 22mpg. This performance isn’t exclusive to the black model; it applies to all colors—Pink, Purple, Red, Green, White, and Blue Dodge Charger R/T as well. The same vehicle, different paint job.
The XMP (OC) rating on RAM indicates that the manufacturer has verified the component meets that speed and stability requirement. However, this doesn’t ensure it will perform consistently across all motherboards or any board you own.