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Various DRAM producers exist, each offering unique specifications and technologies.

Various DRAM producers exist, each offering unique specifications and technologies.

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Blossommm
Member
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10-16-2022, 11:08 PM
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Hey everyone, I’m planning a PC upgrade for productivity tasks like Lightroom, Photoshop, and occasional video editing. I switched from a Ryzen 5 1600x to a Ryzen 7 5700x and increased my RAM from 16GB to 32GB. While I don’t want to overclock everything, I’m thinking about enabling XMP profiles and slightly lowering the CPU voltage. My GTX 1070 has been optimized for years and is running smoothly. The RAM sticks seem to be from different manufacturers—some Micron, others Samsung. I’ve read a bit online but still have questions. Should I replace my new RAM to match the old manufacturer? Is it safe to keep XMP profiles active with these sticks? Are there any restrictions or tips I should know before proceeding? Thanks for your help—I’m trying to make sense of all this information.
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Blossommm
10-16-2022, 11:08 PM #1

Hey everyone, I’m planning a PC upgrade for productivity tasks like Lightroom, Photoshop, and occasional video editing. I switched from a Ryzen 5 1600x to a Ryzen 7 5700x and increased my RAM from 16GB to 32GB. While I don’t want to overclock everything, I’m thinking about enabling XMP profiles and slightly lowering the CPU voltage. My GTX 1070 has been optimized for years and is running smoothly. The RAM sticks seem to be from different manufacturers—some Micron, others Samsung. I’ve read a bit online but still have questions. Should I replace my new RAM to match the old manufacturer? Is it safe to keep XMP profiles active with these sticks? Are there any restrictions or tips I should know before proceeding? Thanks for your help—I’m trying to make sense of all this information.

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andeeeh454
Member
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10-16-2022, 11:51 PM
#2
The situation isn't straightforward. XMP is expected to function properly with timing automatically adjusted to the slowest component for stability. However, performance varies greatly between different motherboards and BIOS versions. When Gear Down Mode is active, you can only adjust even timings, but uneven values will self-correct toward the higher even number, which explains the CL15 to CL16 shift. I'm not certain if this applies universally or just in specific cases.
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andeeeh454
10-16-2022, 11:51 PM #2

The situation isn't straightforward. XMP is expected to function properly with timing automatically adjusted to the slowest component for stability. However, performance varies greatly between different motherboards and BIOS versions. When Gear Down Mode is active, you can only adjust even timings, but uneven values will self-correct toward the higher even number, which explains the CL15 to CL16 shift. I'm not certain if this applies universally or just in specific cases.

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JokerFame
Senior Member
670
10-25-2022, 07:16 PM
#3
It could work or it might not. Using a mix of sticks—or even repeating them—means you're relying on guesswork. Since you're focusing on productivity on your PC, stability is more important than chasing perfect results.
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JokerFame
10-25-2022, 07:16 PM #3

It could work or it might not. Using a mix of sticks—or even repeating them—means you're relying on guesswork. Since you're focusing on productivity on your PC, stability is more important than chasing perfect results.

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Kurogano
Member
183
11-01-2022, 02:16 PM
#4
CPU-Z SPD section displayed with selected modules. When XMP is enabled and stable, keep it as is. Avoid further adjustments beyond that point. This issue often arises from manufacturers changing components for identical brand names.
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Kurogano
11-01-2022, 02:16 PM #4

CPU-Z SPD section displayed with selected modules. When XMP is enabled and stable, keep it as is. Avoid further adjustments beyond that point. This issue often arises from manufacturers changing components for identical brand names.

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derk4321
Senior Member
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11-02-2022, 09:55 PM
#5
I hope this assists you. XMP profiles 1 and 2 appear similar at first glance, but I didn’t verify every nuance. I’m currently using profile 2, and time will indicate if it remains stable. Is adjusting these settings typically doable? And would it even be practical? Are you suggesting this is only important for maximizing optimization? If stability and performance aren’t critical for your needs, I’ll likely accept it as is.
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derk4321
11-02-2022, 09:55 PM #5

I hope this assists you. XMP profiles 1 and 2 appear similar at first glance, but I didn’t verify every nuance. I’m currently using profile 2, and time will indicate if it remains stable. Is adjusting these settings typically doable? And would it even be practical? Are you suggesting this is only important for maximizing optimization? If stability and performance aren’t critical for your needs, I’ll likely accept it as is.

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Assassin_AndyZ
Member
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11-03-2022, 02:28 AM
#6
It's common for Corsair LPX, but some people avoid it because of its usual design.
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Assassin_AndyZ
11-03-2022, 02:28 AM #6

It's common for Corsair LPX, but some people avoid it because of its usual design.

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Swuu
Junior Member
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11-08-2022, 03:27 PM
#7
If its working, just leave it. Nothing else to really gain here.
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Swuu
11-08-2022, 03:27 PM #7

If its working, just leave it. Nothing else to really gain here.

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LuanNerd
Junior Member
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11-13-2022, 05:28 AM
#8
I believe I had to keep costs low during the initial build. Almost every part was necessary except for the mainboard and RAM.
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LuanNerd
11-13-2022, 05:28 AM #8

I believe I had to keep costs low during the initial build. Almost every part was necessary except for the mainboard and RAM.

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Mikeirl
Junior Member
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11-15-2022, 07:34 PM
#9
Yes, if it functions well at 1500/3000 with four mismatched 1500/3000 sticks (even though it's C16 instead of C15), I'd treat it as a success and move forward.
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Mikeirl
11-15-2022, 07:34 PM #9

Yes, if it functions well at 1500/3000 with four mismatched 1500/3000 sticks (even though it's C16 instead of C15), I'd treat it as a success and move forward.