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Issue with differing RAM speeds in the ASUS TUF GAMING FX505DY model

Issue with differing RAM speeds in the ASUS TUF GAMING FX505DY model

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AhhThomas
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09-19-2016, 05:44 PM
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I just purchased this laptop and thought upgrading to 8GB from 4GB was necessary because I couldn’t afford a larger model. I made a mistake by not using the proper tools to verify my existing RAM. The Task Manager showed 2400 MHz, which seemed strange since the spec sheet said 2666 MHz. Later, when I bought another 4GB DDR4 stick online during a quieter work period, I discovered CPU-Z listed my RAM as 2666 MHz. Will this actually function? I’m aware that with a mismatched memory in my older Core i5-6200U laptop it would still work, but this one uses AMD Ryzen 5-3550H and I’m concerned about compatibility.
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AhhThomas
09-19-2016, 05:44 PM #1

I just purchased this laptop and thought upgrading to 8GB from 4GB was necessary because I couldn’t afford a larger model. I made a mistake by not using the proper tools to verify my existing RAM. The Task Manager showed 2400 MHz, which seemed strange since the spec sheet said 2666 MHz. Later, when I bought another 4GB DDR4 stick online during a quieter work period, I discovered CPU-Z listed my RAM as 2666 MHz. Will this actually function? I’m aware that with a mismatched memory in my older Core i5-6200U laptop it would still work, but this one uses AMD Ryzen 5-3550H and I’m concerned about compatibility.

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WasianNinja
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09-21-2016, 10:14 AM
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It will function properly, operating at 2400Mhz—the maximum rate both devices support.
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WasianNinja
09-21-2016, 10:14 AM #2

It will function properly, operating at 2400Mhz—the maximum rate both devices support.

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09-23-2016, 02:58 AM
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This might cause some issues like blue screens. It’s normal for someone new to an AMD Ryzen system to feel uncertain about troubleshooting.
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banshee45
09-23-2016, 02:58 AM #3

This might cause some issues like blue screens. It’s normal for someone new to an AMD Ryzen system to feel uncertain about troubleshooting.

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10-10-2016, 01:35 AM
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It won't work, it will only operate at 2400MHz since that's the highest speed either stick can achieve, as explained by Herman.
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eliajn
10-10-2016, 01:35 AM #4

It won't work, it will only operate at 2400MHz since that's the highest speed either stick can achieve, as explained by Herman.

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Mr_Floobiful
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10-10-2016, 02:51 AM
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It'll be okay.
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Mr_Floobiful
10-10-2016, 02:51 AM #5

It'll be okay.

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KingNolan04
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10-14-2016, 07:51 AM
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Thank you for the response. I plan to install this module on Monday and am hoping it functions properly. Fingers crossed!
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KingNolan04
10-14-2016, 07:51 AM #6

Thank you for the response. I plan to install this module on Monday and am hoping it functions properly. Fingers crossed!

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10-15-2016, 09:58 PM
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It worked out well for you.
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10-15-2016, 09:58 PM #7

It worked out well for you.

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