Which is faster: MHz or CL? Quick question about RAM speeds.

AngelRxse
Junior Member

10-08-2016, 09:08 PM

Which option performs better? DDR4 3000MHz 18CL versus 2666MHz 16CL CPU paired with a Ryzen 3 1200. Should I upgrade to 3200MHz 16CL instead? Does increasing RAM speed really count, and can it boost performance?

AngelRxse

10-08-2016, 09:08 PM #1

SmileEnchanter
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10-09-2016, 12:03 AM

3000 CL18 offers slightly lower latency, and Ryzen systems tend to perform better with quicker RAM speeds.

SmileEnchanter

10-09-2016, 12:03 AM #2

3000 CL18 offers slightly lower latency, and Ryzen systems tend to perform better with quicker RAM speeds.

Waterlily255
Junior Member

10-09-2016, 12:41 AM

Comparing prices to 3200MHz 16CL chips reveals minimal impact on value. The savings are negligible unless specific needs justify the higher cost.

Waterlily255

10-09-2016, 12:41 AM #3

Comparing prices to 3200MHz 16CL chips reveals minimal impact on value. The savings are negligible unless specific needs justify the higher cost.

Catdog06
Junior Member

10-09-2016, 01:31 AM

3200 CL16 outperforms 3000 CL18 by 2 nanoseconds, which is a solid difference.

Catdog06

10-09-2016, 01:31 AM #4

3200 CL16 outperforms 3000 CL18 by 2 nanoseconds, which is a solid difference.

TheBGrace
Junior Member

10-16-2016, 04:56 PM

Yes, it does refer to games as well. Elephants are often featured in various games and stories.

TheBGrace

10-16-2016, 04:56 PM #5

Yes, it does refer to games as well. Elephants are often featured in various games and stories.

ReDeR_Games
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10-16-2016, 06:45 PM

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ReDeR_Games

10-16-2016, 06:45 PM #6

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Asianposse145
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10-18-2016, 04:48 AM

I understand that. I don’t need to go into the specifics of why one might be preferable over another.

Asianposse145

10-18-2016, 04:48 AM #7

I understand that. I don’t need to go into the specifics of why one might be preferable over another.

gavinhudson
Junior Member

10-24-2016, 08:23 AM

Sure thing, just thought about it. I guess whatever I get will be quicker than my old RAM and definitely bigger, so... straightforward, budget-friendly, and effective. Thanks for sharing all that info—I realized how much more powerful things can get if you know what to look for.

gavinhudson

10-24-2016, 08:23 AM #8