Overclocking RAM speed to boost performance.
Overclocking RAM speed to boost performance.
You're looking to boost your G.Skill Trident Z Royal 3600MHz Cl16 to 4000MHz. The current settings are 16-16-16-36, and you're considering a CPU that's a Ryzen 5800X Mobo with Prime X570 Pro. Overclocking can improve performance, but gains depend on stability and your system's thermal management. Check the recommended timings for your exact model before proceeding.
Tridentz royal tends to die quickly, so check out some overclocking videos for these rams such as Viper Steel, Tridentz Royal, Flare X, etc. With Tridentz Royal you should get reliable performance without worrying about failure. If you aim for maximum output, add airflow like a fan and try 1.6-1.7v depending on your comfort level. Higher voltages boost performance, but stick to around 1.6v as it's already in the high voltage range; 1.6v works well with available kits.
For gaming, latency takes priority over frequency. A 4000 MHz versus 3600 MHz difference is about an 11% jump, but its impact varies based on your specific needs. Also, using 4000 MHz will likely force an Infinity Fabric overclock, otherwise it might revert to a 1:2 frequency. With the right hardware, you're best positioned to verify the changes by testing games or benchmarks before and after the adjustment. You won't unless you pay attention (click the button in the top-right) or someone mentions it like I'm doing it now. No need to respond first to follow along.
I don't think 4000 will fit that CPU. Ryzen 5000 chips are typically capped around 3800MHz in 1:1:1 mode. A few can push higher, but you usually run into thermal issues and performance drops once you exceed that (though some 5600X and 5800X models do manage it). It's a B die, so I’d anticipate something like 3800MHz CL16-15-15-28, possibly with a 1.5v boost—usually the max you can run without active cooling—and precise timing. Expect about a 5% boost by raising the frequency and tightening the timing.