Start the loop again if RAM exceeds 3200Mhz
Start the loop again if RAM exceeds 3200Mhz
Hello! It seems the issue might be due to overlooking a small detail in my overclocking assignment, and I haven’t found it yet. Thanks for your help!
Do you possess the RAM in the proper slots on the motherboard, specifically A2/B2? Additionally, have you attempted to activate XMP within the BIOS for the memory type?
CPU-world.com lists the 3700X as compatible with DDR4-3200, but you might need some adjustments to achieve 3600MT/s.
Integrated peripherals and components are detailed, along with memory channels and supported memory types.
Even if your RAM is fast and the motherboard supports higher XMP speeds, the CPU's performance depends on many factors, not just the parts.
@KingLoki recommends adjusting the timings after choosing an XMP speed exceeding 3200MT/s.
The review suggests that at 3600MT/s, the RAM's XMP primary timings should be 20-26-26-46 at 1.35V.
Enabling the XMP profile can push modules to DDR4-3600 with those settings.
The required voltage for DDR4-3600 is 1.35V.
Lowering CL/CAS on both DIMMs from 20 to 21 or 22 cycles may help, but remember to save BIOS and restart.
@KingLoki warns that tighter timings aimed at stability usually don't significantly boost actual performance.
3200 is officially compatible with 3700x. A few units may operate at 3600 but will struggle with inferior cl16 chips compared to cl18. If the device is running on cl16 at 3200, gradually increasing it to 3300, then 3400, and finally 3500 might help you approach 3600, though not exactly hitting it. I previously reached 3500 before it stopped working. Maintain the original timing and slowly raise it a bit higher until you notice performance issues. You could also test 3400 to see if it functions properly.
Occasionally they require a slight increase in voltage when pushing them to their limits. You can definitely extract a bit more from them by making timing adjustments. Some simply won't move without tighter settings. Try @beyondlogic's suggestions, and hopefully it works.
I usually notice that board vendors are more important than the chips. I own a 2600 that functioned in an MSI at 2666mhz, then at 2933mhz on an ASRock, and later at 3600mhz in a Gigabyte. The main differences were just the board changes. Yes, sometimes higher voltage is needed, but that involves some risks and further investigation.