Is RAM at 2400MHz to 3000MHz causing issues?
Is RAM at 2400MHz to 3000MHz causing issues?
I've experimented with my RAM clocks (Cause Why Not?) and managed to reach 3000MHz using XMP. It appears stable—already running 8 Workers in Prime 95 for about an hour, with plans to do an overnight test tonight. The voltage remains consistent at 1.2V. I'm wondering if this setup might lead to issues with either hardware or software, and how likely it is. My system includes an i7 6700k (4.5GHz core, 4.2GHz ring), MSI Z170 Krait 3x, GTX 1070 (yet to be overclocked), Crucial Ballistix Sport LT RAM, and an EVGA G2 750W PSU.
I question whether it could cause issues in the future if you've thoroughly tested it without any problems. However, based on my experience, adjusting the RAM is usually the main reason for bluescreens, freezing, and crashes. If this begins to occur, you might be able to lower its speed slightly.
As long as you don't change the BCLK setting, you're all set.
I'd run at least 10 hours using memtest; a memory-optimized stress tester would be ideal to confirm stability.
Sure, I'll start a memtest now. Thanks for the advice!
I question if it might cause issues later if you stress test it extensively without problems, but based on my experience, adjusting the RAM is usually the reason for bluescreens, freezing, and crashes. If this begins to occur, you can simply lower its speed a bit.
Alright, I’ll try! Thanks for the advice!
It's not uncommon for RAM frequency to remain constant during certain operations, especially when monitoring frequencies in software like NZXT CAM. This behavior can be normal depending on how the system is configured.
RAM is among the few parts that doesn't change its performance. It maintains a constant clock speed, which is perfectly fine. Still, it's interesting to note how RAM has consistently behaved this way, while GPU VRAM speeds can vary dynamically, just like CPUs and GPUs themselves.
RAM is one of the components that doesn't change much. It never alters its clock speed. That's perfectly fine.
But I find it interesting how RAM has always behaved this way, while GPU VRAM speeds are dynamic, just like CPUs and GPUs.
That's a bit confusing. Thanks for clarifying!
-XMP
Following this, manually:
-DRAM Freq... - 3000
-DRAM Voltage - 1.35V
-Cycle Time 1 CLK
-tCL - 15 CLK
-tRCD - 17 CLK
-tRP - 17 CLK
-tRAS - 35 CLK
-tRFC - 525 CLK
-tRRD - 6 CLK
-tRRD_L - 8 CLK
-tFAW - 33 CLK