Need help with a mixed RAM issue?
Need help with a mixed RAM issue?
I've owned Corsair (Samsung memory) 3200MHz CL16 with two 8GB modules for a while, but I considered upgrading too late. I ended up with a HyperX 3200MHz (Kingston memory) DDR4 setup, which cost about $40 more than the HyperX kit. I'm struggling to get Corsair RAM or anything else at a reasonable price. My system still runs smoothly at 2133MHz CL15, but maybe someone has found a way to push it higher? Should I consider selling and buying two 16GB units instead? I suspect my performance might be dropping a bit in games lately.
The configuration is being handled manually since XMP isn't supporting it. I anticipate achieving at least 2666.
Running 4x sticks might cause issues even with perfectly matched sticks. It's better to stick with 2x sticks, though it's not ideal to buy RAM now because prices are high.
What are the other volts? The memory controllers are generally better on later CPUs and superior at handling multiple sticks, but I don't think the 3000 CPUs were that bad. Running at 2133 can be anywhere from a mild bottleneck to a huge bottleneck in games, it depends on the game, the resolution/details and the graphics card used. If you had a 1650 I'd just say "meh, whatever", if you have a 5080, ouch . That said, 32GB at 2133 is far better than 16GB at 3200 if you're actually running out!
The readings are acceptable, nothing to worry about. Achieving 2800 should significantly reduce performance loss (well above the 2133 baseline), which means you're doing well.