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bengalwatcher
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06-13-2016, 07:44 AM

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Hey everyone, I just got a new RAM stick for my PC. Both my old and the new ones are single-channel, but I’m curious about which setup gives better performance. Should I put them in different slots or keep them together? Also, what timing settings should I use on the motherboard—CL14 or CL15—and should I try overclocking the slower one to 2500 MHz instead of sticking with 2133 MHz?

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bengalwatcher

06-13-2016, 07:44 AM #1

Hey everyone, I just got a new RAM stick for my PC. Both my old and the new ones are single-channel, but I’m curious about which setup gives better performance. Should I put them in different slots or keep them together? Also, what timing settings should I use on the motherboard—CL14 or CL15—and should I try overclocking the slower one to 2500 MHz instead of sticking with 2133 MHz?

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ronandude698
Junior Member

35

06-14-2016, 06:50 PM

#2

Make sure to install the RAM in various colored ports. The motherboard must support the new RAM model with identical timing and speed to your current one.

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ronandude698

06-14-2016, 06:50 PM #2

Make sure to install the RAM in various colored ports. The motherboard must support the new RAM model with identical timing and speed to your current one.

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Kay123_
Senior Member

368

06-22-2016, 05:12 PM

#3

It’s likely your memory controller will operate both sticks at the same speed—typically 2133 MHz—whether you use dual-channel or not. It can’t switch between speeds simultaneously. I’d go with dual-channel since it provides extra bandwidth, though it might require using different colored slots to ensure compatibility.

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Kay123_

06-22-2016, 05:12 PM #3

It’s likely your memory controller will operate both sticks at the same speed—typically 2133 MHz—whether you use dual-channel or not. It can’t switch between speeds simultaneously. I’d go with dual-channel since it provides extra bandwidth, though it might require using different colored slots to ensure compatibility.

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K20034
Junior Member

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06-23-2016, 01:08 AM

#4

Thanks for the messages. I plan to start with a dual channel approach to maximize performance. If that doesn't work, I'll separate them. Appreciate your support!

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K20034

06-23-2016, 01:08 AM #4

Thanks for the messages. I plan to start with a dual channel approach to maximize performance. If that doesn't work, I'll separate them. Appreciate your support!

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Mojojojo0916
Member

66

06-23-2016, 06:35 AM

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Some eigenvectors didn't align with RAM speeds, even when running at the slowest RAM sticks. Upgrading will boost performance but might harm faster RAM if overheating occurs. Finding compatible speeds and delays is key!

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Mojojojo0916

06-23-2016, 06:35 AM #5

Some eigenvectors didn't align with RAM speeds, even when running at the slowest RAM sticks. Upgrading will boost performance but might harm faster RAM if overheating occurs. Finding compatible speeds and delays is key!