Ram doesn't want to operate at 3600mhz
Ram doesn't want to operate at 3600mhz
Hi there I was wondering if I could get any assistance with my problem , my ram no matter the voltage or MHz when I restart my computer and boot into windows it shows up at 1.20 volts and 2133 mhz , it seems to me it just goes to default . I have tried running 1 stick at a time and both of them individually give the same result . I have no overclock running but pbo and gpu slight overclock CPU - 7 2700x Ram - 16 gb gskill Trident z neo 3600 cl 16 Motherboard - gigabyte x570 gaming x (rev 1.0) GPU - Nvidia 3070 founders Any help would be appreciated
I've tested much lower values, like 2400, but nothing works. Others seem to reach similar results in the same configurations.
You're asking about your BIOS version and its impact on memory performance. It seems the 2400MT/s setting isn't functioning properly, which aligns with what others have mentioned. The 3600MT/s speed is typically too high for your 2700X model, and reliable speeds above 3200MT/s are uncommon without careful adjustments. Also, verifying memory frequency can be tricky—different methods exist and may not be consistent.
Explore the Memory Controller Votage feature; boosting it can help you achieve quicker memory performance. A thorough tutorial is available on GitHub. https://github.com/integralfx/MemTestHel...guide/DDR4 OC Guide.md I’m not sure why, but many believe memory overclocking only involves setting XMP and nothing more, which often leads to failed booting.
It's due to the way it's presented, and for more sensible XMP settings with thoughtfully crafted IMCs it generally functions well. The issue arises with the extremely high frequency kits and platforms that have only average memory controllers, and pairing them together—such as in OP's setup—often leads to problems.
I moved to Intel in 2016. I haven't encountered any issues with XMP since then.
The issue lies with XMP profiles; they should function like auto CPU overclock settings. If it operates correctly, it does so—otherwise, manual adjustments are necessary. Generally, few clarify this nuance. Marketing portrays everything as effortless, suggesting a simple one-click setup. However, real-world results vary significantly, often requiring trial and error. In my experience, success hinges on testing thoroughly, with outcomes typically around 50% effectiveness.
Since you're purchasing standard XMP profiles and using most platforms, it generally functions well. X99 and early AM4 are the exceptions where XMP might fail or require special handling. High-end kits pushing frequency limits often cause issues, and such products aren't widely available. XMP works smoothly by default unless you exceed hardware limits. I think it's overhyped mainly because some premium kits don't come with clear instructions, but otherwise it should be straightforward.
I own a collection of 3600 MHz RAM installed at 3466V with clock speeds starting from 3600MHz. I haven’t found any issues despite not having much success on AM4. It appears stable, passed MemTest, and runs slightly faster than 3200MHz. I’m not keen on spending more time tweaking it. I’m unsure about AMD memory controllers even for DDR5, preferring to wait at least two to three years before considering a switch to a DDR5 motherboard.