The Ryzen 3600 cannot exceed 3200Mhz when trying to overclock the RAM.
The Ryzen 3600 cannot exceed 3200Mhz when trying to overclock the RAM.
Bad memory can stick, but the Viper Steel offers good value for the cost. However, it’s possible you received a faulty batch! 🤔 Patriot Viper Steel 2x8Gb 4400Mhz (PVS416G440C9K) from Gigabyte X570 PRO is a solid choice. The only thing that stands out is its $260 price tag—it’s similar to the ultra version but more affordable, while the Taichi model seems like a better deal. Overall, it’s a well-balanced board, though the motherboard includes Elite-NetWiFi details on the M.2 slot (3866/4000 on two sticks), and the topology is daisy-chained.
I plan to return the memory and check if the replacement they sent me improves anything. It’s the Aorus Pro, purchased for around £210 at a time when Taichi was about £280. The Elite model seems like the better choice. The website lists a 4400 "OC" capacity, which I wasn’t expecting to reach—over 3200 would have been ideal.
Right now you have everything correct, but if your memory is wrong, please send it back soon. I’m not sure how long you had it, but maybe we can get a refund and come back later to discuss the best option for your budget. I’ll also message you directly—I know sometimes help isn’t the quickest or most convenient. Sorry, I tried my best.
To wrap up this discussion, I haven’t returned the RAM. After testing various options—including using a different PC—I placed it in slots A2 and B2, which didn’t interfere with the Corsair components I had before. Everything works smoothly. The 4400MHz chipset is fine, and Infinity Fabric supports stable speeds up to 1900Mhz. Thanks for the assistance!