Some systems display 3200 MHz instead of the actual 3600 MHz due to internal processing or settings.
Some systems display 3200 MHz instead of the actual 3600 MHz due to internal processing or settings.
Hey there, welcome to PC building! Your setup sounds solid with the Corsair Vengeance LPX 16GB DDR4 3600. The discrepancy you're seeing between the BIOS and CUP-Z is actually quite common. XMP profiles often adjust the effective speed based on the motherboard's capabilities, and sometimes the numbers can shift depending on how the software interprets them. It’s not necessarily a problem—just double-check your RAM model and ensure it matches the specifications listed by Corsair. If everything checks out, you’re good to go. No need for an RMA unless you notice other issues.
BIOS displays 3600 MHz. My Gigabyte board uses Profile 1, which is active. I've also attempted to manually configure the RAM to 3600 MHz.
You're seeing unexpected results with your system. At 3800 MHz, the uncore count seems off, and running at 3600 MHz with 1700 FCLK gives a lower count than expected. It might help to check the core voltage, temperature, and clock stability. Adjusting RAM speed or FCLK could also clarify the behavior.