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No, the Intel 10890xe does not support 3200MHz RAM.

No, the Intel 10890xe does not support 3200MHz RAM.

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Plastered
Junior Member
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11-02-2025, 09:29 PM
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Hello, yes you can use 3200mhz ram on the Intel 1089xe. The chipset supports it and the motherboard is compatible. While the 2933mhz spec is listed for the kit, 3200 is widely available. You’ve already got most components except RAM, so stability should be fine. Reviewers often test 3200 for benchmarking, but it’s generally safe on this build. Just double-check your system settings and ensure the RAM matches the specifications.
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Plastered
11-02-2025, 09:29 PM #1

Hello, yes you can use 3200mhz ram on the Intel 1089xe. The chipset supports it and the motherboard is compatible. While the 2933mhz spec is listed for the kit, 3200 is widely available. You’ve already got most components except RAM, so stability should be fine. Reviewers often test 3200 for benchmarking, but it’s generally safe on this build. Just double-check your system settings and ensure the RAM matches the specifications.

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Darkeos
Senior Member
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11-02-2025, 09:53 PM
#2
It seems you're considering the 10980XE now. Unless you have specific needs for advanced features like AVX-512, it might not be the best fit unless you require very specialized tasks. Would you like to explore other alternatives that could suit your requirements better?
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Darkeos
11-02-2025, 09:53 PM #2

It seems you're considering the 10980XE now. Unless you have specific needs for advanced features like AVX-512, it might not be the best fit unless you require very specialized tasks. Would you like to explore other alternatives that could suit your requirements better?

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astro73
Junior Member
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11-02-2025, 11:11 PM
#3
Thanks for the update. Since it's a workstation, I expect it to perform well. AMD offers more affordable choices, though they're significantly pricier—about 3970 times the cost of your current setup. Would you consider reducing the RAM speed?
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astro73
11-02-2025, 11:11 PM #3

Thanks for the update. Since it's a workstation, I expect it to perform well. AMD offers more affordable choices, though they're significantly pricier—about 3970 times the cost of your current setup. Would you consider reducing the RAM speed?

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Matke04
Posting Freak
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11-04-2025, 08:01 PM
#4
the imc manages up to 2933 before reaching overclock limits, yet it works perfectly at 3200 as well. the issue seems related to clock settings—consider adjusting a lower value or turning off XMP/DocumentPipe.
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Matke04
11-04-2025, 08:01 PM #4

the imc manages up to 2933 before reaching overclock limits, yet it works perfectly at 3200 as well. the issue seems related to clock settings—consider adjusting a lower value or turning off XMP/DocumentPipe.

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pvp_legend2324
Junior Member
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11-04-2025, 11:12 PM
#5
3200 should work just fine. Most systems will function at a reduced speed during the first boot. Enabling XMP in BIOS will let it run at its rated speed (3200). You can adjust to a slower speed later if necessary. My 7920X is currently paired with 3000 RAM, and I achieved an overclock to 3400 for testing. Faster RAM isn't essential unless you prioritize stability.
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pvp_legend2324
11-04-2025, 11:12 PM #5

3200 should work just fine. Most systems will function at a reduced speed during the first boot. Enabling XMP in BIOS will let it run at its rated speed (3200). You can adjust to a slower speed later if necessary. My 7920X is currently paired with 3000 RAM, and I achieved an overclock to 3400 for testing. Faster RAM isn't essential unless you prioritize stability.

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11-05-2025, 05:48 AM
#6
Thanks for your reply, I'll proceed with purchasing the RAM now, so I can complete the build.
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LuLuPlaysCraft
11-05-2025, 05:48 AM #6

Thanks for your reply, I'll proceed with purchasing the RAM now, so I can complete the build.

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Silverr94
Member
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11-05-2025, 10:46 AM
#7
Sure, let me check for 3000mhz kits.
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Silverr94
11-05-2025, 10:46 AM #7

Sure, let me check for 3000mhz kits.

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11-05-2025, 12:22 PM
#8
You don't need to, as having 3200 kits is sufficient if they are more readily accessible.
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AWESOME_BOY_XL
11-05-2025, 12:22 PM #8

You don't need to, as having 3200 kits is sufficient if they are more readily accessible.

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kenton12
Member
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11-05-2025, 11:02 PM
#9
The 10980XE comes ready to go with a 3200 XMP setting, and it could even run smoothly at 3600+. These Intel HEDT chips have strong IMCs.
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kenton12
11-05-2025, 11:02 PM #9

The 10980XE comes ready to go with a 3200 XMP setting, and it could even run smoothly at 3600+. These Intel HEDT chips have strong IMCs.

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CocoRose19
Junior Member
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11-09-2025, 10:28 AM
#10
I'll purchase the 3200. Thank you.
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CocoRose19
11-09-2025, 10:28 AM #10

I'll purchase the 3200. Thank you.

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