The frequency you choose doesn't affect the R5 5600's performance since it uses a 3600MHz RAM by default.
The frequency you choose doesn't affect the R5 5600's performance since it uses a 3600MHz RAM by default.
I’m checking if my existing RAM will still work with the new 5600. My current setup is 16GB, 3000MHz CL16 DDR4, Balistix gaming RAM.
Even if the speed drop isn’t clear, it’s still fine as long as the RAM works with your motherboard and processor.
I didn't phrase it right. Could you clarify if you want to know whether the performance gap is significant or very small? Any improvement under 5% would be considered minor.
I would reuse the previous RAM, the performance change is minimal. Unless you could exchange it for around $10. I didn’t locate any comparison between 3000 and 3600, most often 3200, but the main idea remains the same. https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=QnqeL7rawZc
I understand the situation. It seems to be about whether it's better to focus on what you already have or invest in something new. You agree to keep what you have and save money, noting that the performance gap isn't significant.
Absolutely! Keep the current setup and upgrade later when needed.
Id stick with the old ram, the performance difference probably wont justify the price increase. You might even be able to up the speed from 3000mhz to 3200mhz, ram overclocking is not that hard. There is a good chance it will work at the current voltage and be stable.
For a CCD/CCX chip such as the 5600, the gap between 3000 and 3600 won't be very large—usually under 5% for typical gaming use. As long as you're using the full 16GB of RAM with two 8GB modules in dual-channel mode, the 3000 model should work just fine.
You might notice a small change, but it's not huge compared to the Ryzen 3000. Using older RAM could help speed things up a bit after installing the CPU—try increasing the DRAM voltage to see what timings work best. RAM can handle some stress, and I've used a CL16 3000MHz kit with 1.35V, boosting it to 1.365 while running a CL15 at 3200MHz for impressive results.
The discussions about RAM often fall into four main groups: 1. Highlighting obscure benchmarks that don't represent real-world use, 2. Evaluating iGPU capabilities (which matter less if you have a dedicated graphics card), 3. Focusing on achieving the highest frame rates with top-tier hardware, and 4. Examining server setups where limited memory channels restrict performance. The other points... well, they're not relevant here. If you want better RAM performance, consider getting another pair of sticks that match your needs for optimal results.