F5F Stay Refreshed Hardware Desktop This 3600 MHz RAM should fit with the MSI B450 Tomahawk Max and Ryzen 9 3900X.

This 3600 MHz RAM should fit with the MSI B450 Tomahawk Max and Ryzen 9 3900X.

This 3600 MHz RAM should fit with the MSI B450 Tomahawk Max and Ryzen 9 3900X.

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ClaudiaCat
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12-18-2019, 05:23 AM
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RAM: G.Skill Trident Z Neo F4-3600C16D-16GTZNC Motherboard: MSI B450 tomahawk Max CPU: Ryzen 9 3900X This setup offers 32GB of 3600MHz RAM, which appears to be a solid choice. Will it function well with the listed motherboard and Ryzen processor? It’s not currently in the QVL database.
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ClaudiaCat
12-18-2019, 05:23 AM #1

RAM: G.Skill Trident Z Neo F4-3600C16D-16GTZNC Motherboard: MSI B450 tomahawk Max CPU: Ryzen 9 3900X This setup offers 32GB of 3600MHz RAM, which appears to be a solid choice. Will it function well with the listed motherboard and Ryzen processor? It’s not currently in the QVL database.

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exachary
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12-18-2019, 07:36 AM
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It should function properly, though performance at 3600mhz may vary. Generally, you should be able to operate it at maximum capacity.
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exachary
12-18-2019, 07:36 AM #2

It should function properly, though performance at 3600mhz may vary. Generally, you should be able to operate it at maximum capacity.

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BrizTato
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12-18-2019, 08:40 AM
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You're suggesting it might not work reliably at that frequency. Maybe I should opt for something with 3000MHz instead. Appreciate the advice.
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BrizTato
12-18-2019, 08:40 AM #3

You're suggesting it might not work reliably at that frequency. Maybe I should opt for something with 3000MHz instead. Appreciate the advice.

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REMPEBROS
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12-18-2019, 10:32 PM
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hey, sorry for bothering you i have another question: what if i buy an Asus ROG Strix B450-F motherboard with this ram? will it hit the 3600mhz? it actually is in the qvl list of asus motherboard....
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REMPEBROS
12-18-2019, 10:32 PM #4

hey, sorry for bothering you i have another question: what if i buy an Asus ROG Strix B450-F motherboard with this ram? will it hit the 3600mhz? it actually is in the qvl list of asus motherboard....

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dani2401
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12-22-2019, 02:09 PM
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Both boards should handle 3600mhz without trouble, though the asus board had that specific RAM configuration checked. To be honest, the MSI B450 Tomahawk max you picked is currently the top choice for a B450 motherboard, and I’d prefer to stick with it if possible.
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dani2401
12-22-2019, 02:09 PM #5

Both boards should handle 3600mhz without trouble, though the asus board had that specific RAM configuration checked. To be honest, the MSI B450 Tomahawk max you picked is currently the top choice for a B450 motherboard, and I’d prefer to stick with it if possible.

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hassi
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12-26-2019, 04:42 PM
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qvl compiles tested combinations. When ram maker shows 3600 it indicates performance at that specific board. Issues remain unlikely but possible. Early systems required careful memory selection; modern setups are more flexible. Previously, buying two packs might fail—using a four-pack tested by all was safer. Now upgrading to four from two 8GB sticks is risky, so some avoid removing existing kits. The risk is minimal today. Available brands vary in branding but share similar components like heat sinks and RGB accents from Samsung, Micron, or Hynix. Unlisted options may match listed chips but differ in packaging and cooling solutions.
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hassi
12-26-2019, 04:42 PM #6

qvl compiles tested combinations. When ram maker shows 3600 it indicates performance at that specific board. Issues remain unlikely but possible. Early systems required careful memory selection; modern setups are more flexible. Previously, buying two packs might fail—using a four-pack tested by all was safer. Now upgrading to four from two 8GB sticks is risky, so some avoid removing existing kits. The risk is minimal today. Available brands vary in branding but share similar components like heat sinks and RGB accents from Samsung, Micron, or Hynix. Unlisted options may match listed chips but differ in packaging and cooling solutions.

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BullGuideSora
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12-26-2019, 05:03 PM
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Thank you, I'm glad to have helped!
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BullGuideSora
12-26-2019, 05:03 PM #7

Thank you, I'm glad to have helped!

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Char1ie_XD
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12-27-2019, 01:22 PM
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Thank you for your assistance!
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Char1ie_XD
12-27-2019, 01:22 PM #8

Thank you for your assistance!