Failed stress test occurred after activating XMP.
Failed stress test occurred after activating XMP.
Hello there,
I recently upgraded my CPU to 5800x3d from 3600 and have always faced system instability with XMP enabled. I haven’t really needed the extra memory boost before, so I never tried to solve the problem myself. I ran it at base frequency (2133mhz) and wanted to improve performance for some of the latest games like Cyberpunk and Hogwarts Legacy. To do that, I enabled the XMP profile 1 and performed an OCCT test, but my PC froze. After lowering the frequency to 3466mhz, it didn’t respond. I reset the CMOS and it worked again.
I’m very new to OC, so I didn’t want to make any mistakes in the BIOS. Here are my details:
CPU – AMD Ryzen 7 5800x3d
Motherboard – MSI B450 Gaming Plus Max (latest BIOS)
RAM – G.Skill Ripjaws 32gb (4x8gb)
GPU – MSI 6750xt 12gb OC
Power Supply – Corsair RM750 Gold, 750W
Storage – WD Blue Sn550 M.2, 500GB
Stress test on default settings passed. Kombo Strike set to 3.
What should I try to increase my RAM frequency?
Thank you in advance.
Hey there,
Here are some points to consider.
The RAM difference between 2133mhz and 3600mhz is significant—about a 40% boost in gaming FPS and overall app performance. It’s affecting your system’s speed, just like with the R 5 3600. We should try to enable XMP for the RAM.
You mentioned having four 8GB modules at 3600mhz. Were these all from one 4-pack or two separate 2x kits? Using four modules usually means you’ll hit a speed cap, often around 3200mhz or 2666mhz (Jedec default). Ideally, a 2x16GB kit would be better than the four 8GB units.
If they’re two separate packs, stick to one matched kit and enable XMP. See if it improves stability. Still, issues might remain.
You can also run memtest86+ on Windows or another OS outside of it to check for faulty DIMMs. Test each pack, then each module individually, and eliminate errors. If you see problems after four passes, your RAM is likely defective.
Let us know the outcome.
I recommend using OCCT for stress testing or opting for memtest86+. It's better suited for thorough evaluation. Disabling Kombo Strike is advisable before confirming the RAM stability.
Running OCCT using only the mem test might be sufficient, but it won't cover all Windows issues, which lowers the risk of missing a bug. I haven't tried Kombo Strike, but I'd recommend turning it off.
So I've managed to run some memtest tests on two sticks. Under default settings it passed. Enabling Xmp with frequencies at 3600mhz and 3200mhz was a big problem. The other pair worked similarly. I heard that insufficient voltage could be the cause—should I consider another approach? The RAM is already installed in the slots, as the manual says.
Increase the VDIMM by 0.1v and observe the outcome. If the issue persists, return it for repair - G.Skill offers lifetime warranty support, provided you have proof of purchase. If it was purchased used, chances are not great, and you may need to wait for a replacement kit.
I would suggest checking both options and see which one fits your needs better. I'm planning to test them later today and want to make sure it functions properly.
It's worth doing it manually. XMP usually works about half the time, but I've found it to be fairly reliable.
Yes, it doesn't work when XMP is enabled, and problems appear quickly.