F5F Stay Refreshed Hardware Desktop It refers to the category or kind of memory system being used, along with the specific memory types it supports.

It refers to the category or kind of memory system being used, along with the specific memory types it supports.

It refers to the category or kind of memory system being used, along with the specific memory types it supports.

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husker53
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02-06-2021, 03:51 PM
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Check the details on Intel's site for the i7-12700K. It mentions support for DDR4 up to 3200 MHz, but motherboards and RAMs can be overclocked with XMP/DOCP above 5000 MHz. Does "Memory Type" refer to being confirmed at that speed but capable of higher performance? If your take is incorrect, feel free to ask for clarification in the thread. Thanks.
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husker53
02-06-2021, 03:51 PM #1

Check the details on Intel's site for the i7-12700K. It mentions support for DDR4 up to 3200 MHz, but motherboards and RAMs can be overclocked with XMP/DOCP above 5000 MHz. Does "Memory Type" refer to being confirmed at that speed but capable of higher performance? If your take is incorrect, feel free to ask for clarification in the thread. Thanks.

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VetGirl1
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02-10-2021, 04:17 AM
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Memory profiles are officially backed by the CPU. Other settings require overclocking. XMP/DOCP are stored in RAM and can be activated automatically.
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VetGirl1
02-10-2021, 04:17 AM #2

Memory profiles are officially backed by the CPU. Other settings require overclocking. XMP/DOCP are stored in RAM and can be activated automatically.

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Sarluc
Junior Member
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02-11-2021, 03:52 PM
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If someone struggles with XMP/DOCP and sees RAM error codes, the person in the thread might have made mistakes during setup or configuration. Check their steps carefully.
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Sarluc
02-11-2021, 03:52 PM #3

If someone struggles with XMP/DOCP and sees RAM error codes, the person in the thread might have made mistakes during setup or configuration. Check their steps carefully.

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DutchSisters
Junior Member
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03-03-2021, 04:54 AM
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If errors appear when XMP is active, consider turning it off and rerunning the tests (such as memtest86). If the issue persists without XMP disabled, attempt to configure them manually since XMP profiles can also cause failures. Finally, push the system to its maximum supported CPU frequency, which should resolve the problem unless the IMC is the root cause.
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DutchSisters
03-03-2021, 04:54 AM #4

If errors appear when XMP is active, consider turning it off and rerunning the tests (such as memtest86). If the issue persists without XMP disabled, attempt to configure them manually since XMP profiles can also cause failures. Finally, push the system to its maximum supported CPU frequency, which should resolve the problem unless the IMC is the root cause.

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kefkef5000
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03-08-2021, 01:45 PM
#5
I'm not experiencing any problems with XMP, but appreciate the clarification.
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kefkef5000
03-08-2021, 01:45 PM #5

I'm not experiencing any problems with XMP, but appreciate the clarification.

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TheLotteS
Junior Member
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03-08-2021, 02:08 PM
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I'm following that discussion right now and reviewing the original post.
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TheLotteS
03-08-2021, 02:08 PM #6

I'm following that discussion right now and reviewing the original post.

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Hagnarock
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03-08-2021, 08:31 PM
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Intel's 12th Gen supports both DDR4 and DDR5 memory. The CPU's Integrated Memory Controller handles both types. You can't run both DDR4 and DDR5 simultaneously, which is why you see separate "D4" and "DDR4" or "DDR5" motherboard models. The officially supported speeds go up to DDR5-4800 and DDR4-3200. Exceeding these limits usually means overclocking, where results depend on your setup. Overclocking can yield higher performance, similar to modifying a car's engine for more power.
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Hagnarock
03-08-2021, 08:31 PM #7

Intel's 12th Gen supports both DDR4 and DDR5 memory. The CPU's Integrated Memory Controller handles both types. You can't run both DDR4 and DDR5 simultaneously, which is why you see separate "D4" and "DDR4" or "DDR5" motherboard models. The officially supported speeds go up to DDR5-4800 and DDR4-3200. Exceeding these limits usually means overclocking, where results depend on your setup. Overclocking can yield higher performance, similar to modifying a car's engine for more power.

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_ErikThePanda_
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03-10-2021, 05:21 PM
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RAM with OCd up to 5000 works well on one CPU, but on another identical model it might only reach 4800Mhz before issues arise.
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_ErikThePanda_
03-10-2021, 05:21 PM #8

RAM with OCd up to 5000 works well on one CPU, but on another identical model it might only reach 4800Mhz before issues arise.

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Vukmil
Member
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03-13-2021, 05:07 PM
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If you install RAM rated for DDR5-5000, the standard JEDEC setting is typically DDR5-4800 with a 2400 MHz speed. The default XMP profile isn't enabled, which can lead to instability with DDR5-5000. Over time, BIOS updates from the motherboard may resolve these issues. For instance, an ASUS Prime Z690-A recently received a BIOS update around September 2022, highlighting improvements in system performance, compatibility, and DRAM efficiency.
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Vukmil
03-13-2021, 05:07 PM #9

If you install RAM rated for DDR5-5000, the standard JEDEC setting is typically DDR5-4800 with a 2400 MHz speed. The default XMP profile isn't enabled, which can lead to instability with DDR5-5000. Over time, BIOS updates from the motherboard may resolve these issues. For instance, an ASUS Prime Z690-A recently received a BIOS update around September 2022, highlighting improvements in system performance, compatibility, and DRAM efficiency.

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snuttisnutti
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03-13-2021, 09:03 PM
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Yes, DRAM and RAM are distinct types of memory. DRAM stores data temporarily, while RAM provides faster access for active processes.
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snuttisnutti
03-13-2021, 09:03 PM #10

Yes, DRAM and RAM are distinct types of memory. DRAM stores data temporarily, while RAM provides faster access for active processes.

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