The B550 Aorus Pro doesn't allow changing XMP or OC settings for the memory.
The B550 Aorus Pro doesn't allow changing XMP or OC settings for the memory.
Thanks for the valuable guidance! I hadn't realized that adding more memory slots complicates things for the controller, but it makes sense now. I'll wait and see how things develop; perhaps memory prices will drop when I switch from CPU to GPU. In the meantime, city builders are my favorite, as they consume nearly all available RAM. I'm not a dedicated gamer, though—I play occasionally on PC and consoles. For me, graphics and FPS aren't the top priorities. Yes, they're decent, but I don't require more than what I get on Xbox One or PS4 Pro with titles like Forza, Horizon Zero Dawn, Red Dead Redemption 2, etc. Recently, I revisited GTA IV for nostalgia, as well as the 2010 RDR, and I enjoyed them just as much as I did back then on my X360. I don't even recall the FPS numbers, but it ran smoothly without stuttering, which is enough for me. As long as the story and overall experience are solid, that's fine. Right now, I'm not ready to dive deep into BIOS tweaks or advanced settings. All those timing screens feel a bit overwhelming. I'm content with what I have—my current setup (3200MHz CL16) works well for me. Upgrading to 16GB at 3200MHz is a huge leap, and I plan to keep it stable unless the next generation arrives. I’m aiming for future-proofing without jumping into GPU changes. I know the AM4 B550 + Ryzens 5000 combo is outdated now, and soon we’ll see AM5 coming. Probably won’t need much more than a 12-core R9 5900X in the near term. This discussion is wrapped up for now. I'm satisfied with the results so far, and I appreciate your support. Keep up the good work!
P.S. It was tempting—now I'm running at 3400MHz CL16 and it's stable. I tried pushing it to 3600, but it didn't work. I even reached Windows but couldn't get past it. Jeremy Clarkson would be proud of that speed!