New Ram, fun games and constant crashes
New Ram, fun games and constant crashes
FWIW, there have been posts on here regarding Corsair components that lead me to believe some of their components have quality control issues. I have a Corsair case and PSU in my 5900X rig, but there sure seems to be something going on with Corsair's RAM when paired with Ryzen. The 2x16 32GB kit I used is $139 on Amazon -- great bang for the buck, and they are arguably a better choice for the Ryzen series anyway. If this is a multi-stick kit, I would start with perhaps removing the RAM and running with only one stick installed, see if the problem can be isolated to a particular module. Edited June 9, 2022 by An0maly_76 Revised
RAM comes in various forms even if they share the same model number. Most makers don’t build all components themselves; instead, they source ICs from companies like Samsung, Micron, SK Hynix or Nanya. They choose parts based on the speed needed—such as a 3200MHz CL16-20-20-38—and assemble the sticks accordingly. Over time, you might switch between different brands like Samsung C die and Corsair DIMMs. These chips often clash in compatibility, leading to potential problems. Corsair labels each stick with a version number next to the model, which helps identify the exact memory type. Check the sticker for matching numbers; mismatches can cause issues. Even with identical numbers, some chips have restrictions on other versions, so confirming the version is important. It’s still wise to test the new kit alone to confirm it works before assuming everything is correct.
Thank you for your response. After the computer finishes the memory diagnostic, I plan to remove the new RAM and check if it improves things. I’ll send the RAM sticks for testing. It’s frustrating dealing with micro center, but at least the one in Boston works.
They caused problems in your setup—let’s move forward. If you don’t require 64GB of RAM, using four sticks isn’t necessary.
64GB RAM puts a strain on memory controllers, which are often integrated into the CPU. You might need to increase the voltage for the controller or the bus. Based on your experience, you moved from around 3800MHz (with 3733Mhz being manageable) to roughly 3200MHz on your Zen 2 setup. Would it be okay if we accept a slightly slower speed? A drop in performance is unlikely to be noticeable or significant. Also, if you suspect the RAM is brand new, try swapping just the old and new modules to test. After that, start with a modest setting like 2400MHz and check stability. Then gradually increase it while monitoring results. Consider using the Ryzen DRAM Calculator to explore specific adjustments.