Solutions for Asus Maximus XI and TridentZ DDR4-4600MHz overclocking assistance
Solutions for Asus Maximus XI and TridentZ DDR4-4600MHz overclocking assistance
Hello everyone
I have a query regarding overclocking my memory. I attempted to increase its speed for roughly two days but am struggling to determine the right approach. The components involved are:
- G.Skill TridentZ DDR4 4600MHz C18-22-22-42 1.45v
https://www.gskill.com/en/product/f4-4600c18d-16gtzr
- ROG Maximus XI Code (Intel Z390 ATX-Gaming-Mainboard with M.2 cooler, DDR4 4400MHz)
https://www.asus.com/de/Motherboards/ROG...S-XI-CODE/
- My complete build details can be viewed here:
https://pcpartpicker.com/list/PntVTB
I tried applying XMP profiles, but noticed my motherboard only supports up to 4400MHz and my RAM sticks are 4600MHz (is that accurate?). This suggests the XMP might not be compatible due to the speed limit. I still applied the XMP profile but reduced the MHz to 4400, yet it didn’t work.
The next step was to switch to auto mode, which allowed me to reach 3600 without further adjustments. However, if I exceed that speed the system crashes during boot.
I also experimented with manual tweaks—changing DRAM voltage to 1.45, CPU SA to 1.25, CPU IO to 1.2, while keeping the C18-22-22-42 configuration. Nothing seemed to push over 3600 from auto settings. Could there be a restriction preventing higher speeds? I attempted setting it to XMP and lowering it to 4400MHz, but that should have worked technically.
Any guidance would be greatly appreciated.
If you need more details or screenshots, please let me know.
Thank you.
XMP profiles aren't compatible with OC RAM, and your RAM exceeds the MB limit. The i9-9900K actually supports DDR4-2666Mhz, which is quite high for the IMC to manage even at 4400MHz. If you wish to keep using what you have, lower the frequency to 2666MHz and gradually increase until stability is achieved. If possible, return them to save money since that unit is costly.
XMP profiles aren't compatible with OC RAM, and your RAM exceeds the MB limit. The i9-9900K actually supports DDR4-2666Mhz, which is quite high for the IMC to manage even at 4400MHz. If you wish to keep using what you have, lower the frequency to 2666MHz and gradually increase until stability is achieved. If possible, return them to save money since that unit is costly.