This ASRock B550M features a steel case with a performance issue.

jjsoini
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02-14-2019, 06:40 PM

Need guidance on assembling an Asrock B550M Steel with 3700x, 32GB GeForce 7500X and two RAM sticks. Everything seems stable but underperforms compared to past builds. I used an MSI B350 Bazooka board before and things improved. Recently updated the BIOS, but Cinebench scores dropped about 15%. Issues noted: 1) Max boost on 3700x is lower than expected (4350MHz vs 4400MHz on B350). 2) Memory compatibility is tricky at 3600MHz with 32GB. I managed to get GeForce Gecko to run at 2660MHz. 3) Power consumption is higher—around 50-60W more than expected. Questions: Are these components often released with such performance concerns? Any tips for memory timing or optimization? I have time on my hands.

jjsoini

02-14-2019, 06:40 PM #1

Kigasha
Member

02-14-2019, 06:48 PM

It seems you've already determined which setup or board works best. What's next?

Kigasha

02-14-2019, 06:48 PM #2

It seems you've already determined which setup or board works best. What's next?

PhilZstar
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02-14-2019, 07:08 PM

Your message highlights a clearer focus on the resolution of your issues rather than comparing your current setup to an older one.

PhilZstar

02-14-2019, 07:08 PM #3

Your message highlights a clearer focus on the resolution of your issues rather than comparing your current setup to an older one.

FidoKins
Junior Member

02-22-2019, 01:37 PM

Thanks everyone, I understand. The Bazooka might overheat with what my wife requires. Anyway, Intel did a good job—when it worked, it performed as expected. Early adopters get three times the benefits, though sometimes it feels a bit silly (but I have to admit it’s fun). Sorry, guys, I’m running low on energy, it’s late and it’s working. There’s some background activity going on now. Maybe a few fans could’ve handled it better...

FidoKins

02-22-2019, 01:37 PM #4

wingstop20
Junior Member

02-22-2019, 09:38 PM

I don't think this data is accurate. It seems unrealistic given how new the model is, and everything adds up. I'm using a B450M steel legends 2700 with 4x8 at 2933, but my CPU isn't handling it much better.

wingstop20

02-22-2019, 09:38 PM #5

Paula_Madej
Member

02-22-2019, 11:04 PM

They would have preferred believing it could have been a solid board, since everything about the B450/X570 steel legend version was just positive, but they thought every great success has its end.

Paula_Madej

02-22-2019, 11:04 PM #6

They would have preferred believing it could have been a solid board, since everything about the B450/X570 steel legend version was just positive, but they thought every great success has its end.

Tywasho
Junior Member

03-02-2019, 10:10 PM

I encountered a similar issue when I used a 3900x RAM on my Gigabte X470 gaming PC. The memory functioned properly, but the voltage and boost frequencies became unstable for roughly four to five months.

Tywasho

03-02-2019, 10:10 PM #7

Nitro_PT
Member

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03-03-2019, 02:05 AM

Everything is working, and ASrock will get sorted out. My first time with ASrock. There is a very good chance it is my fault. I only build these things just far enough apart to forget stuff.

Nitro_PT

03-03-2019, 02:05 AM #8

Everything is working, and ASrock will get sorted out. My first time with ASrock. There is a very good chance it is my fault. I only build these things just far enough apart to forget stuff.

22allx22
Member

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03-13-2019, 07:27 PM

I received the same board last week and used beta BIOS 1.10A with AMD AGESA Combo-AM4 v2 1.0.0.2 plus SMU 46.61. Installed two 16GB RAM modules (G.Skill Ripjaws V F4-3200C16D-32GVK) with XMP timings set to 16-18-18-38. Everything is working properly. Today I increased the RAM speed to 18-19-19-39 at 3600/MT and set it to 1.35V. Ran several stress tests—success! CB R15 scored 1582 points. My old [email protected] only reached 780 points. Please try flashing the 1.10A BIOS. Edit: I own an R5 3600.

22allx22

03-13-2019, 07:27 PM #9