Question about the TRX40 RAM setup.
Question about the TRX40 RAM setup.
Hey there, I've got your question about RAM setup for your Threadripper rig. Your system runs Gigabyte Trx40 with a 3960X motherboard, using DDR4-3866MHz CL18 RAM at 1.35V. You've lowered the clock speed to match your overclocked Infinity Fabric (1833MHz), but you're looking for more memory for heavy tasks like Autodesk Maya and large scenes. You have two main choices: add more RAM slots or upgrade your existing modules. Since the board supports 8 slots, adding four more would work well. Alternatively, you could replace your 4x8GB sticks with two 4x16GB modules for better performance. Keep in mind that RAM speed does matter—higher speeds can boost FPS in games and overall multitasking. Just ensure the total memory matches your needs and consider stability when upgrading. Let me know if you need more details!
no difference, though 8x8 could see more difficult to run at higher speeds. further upgrade in capacity will also be more costly.