Ryzen 1700x Can't Hit 3.8GHz
Ryzen 1700x Can't Hit 3.8GHz
I operate at 3.7GHz @ 1.3125v stable.
I've tested voltage settings from 1.3 to 1.38 but had no success. Turning off Core C6 State didn't help and only increased temperatures. The same happened with AMD Cool and Quiet modes.
I'm using the newest BIOS version and standard memory speeds.
MSI B350 PC MATE
Ryzen 1700x
CORSAIR Vengeance LPX 16GB DDR4 2400MHz
Try adjusting the clock to 3.9, core voltage at 1.398 (it might adjust back to 1.394), set the soc voltage to 1.2 and llc to level 2. Execute prime 95 but target version 266. Avoid the newest release; monitor temperatures using coretemp (download quickly). If temps exceed 90°C, reduce speed or improve cooling. This worked with the mediocre Corsair H60 cooler.
Marko55 suggests adjusting settings and monitoring temperatures carefully. He recommends a specific configuration and warns about overheating issues at higher speeds. He also notes differences in temperatures between different frequencies and cooling setups.
What memory rate are you using? I recall that speeds around 3200mhz can help Ryzen run slightly faster.
This seems confusing. You should be able to reach 3.8GHz easily, which is the CPU's default turbo speed! At this stage, I'm more inclined toward checking the motherboard/BIOS or possibly the motherboard itself not supporting your RAM. Over the years, I've built many machines and reviewed posts here, so I can only imagine a few instances where a CPU might be the problem. Yes, it does happen, but I always evaluate other components first before assuming my CPU is faulty.
With this in mind, you have two choices: either switch to a different BIOS version (even if it's older) or upgrade your motherboard (perhaps even with a better model). To help determine the cause, keep only one DIMM installed and avoid applying any XMP settings. Let the system run at its default 2133 MHz, apply your CPU's overclocking settings, and observe if stability improves. If it does, it could be either a faulty RAM stick or an incompatibility with your motherboard. You can also use a memtest86 USB drive to test the RAM if needed.