Yes, CL can be relevant for a gaming or render setup.
Yes, CL can be relevant for a gaming or render setup.
Considering future upgrades, it's unclear whether to hold off for AM5 or switch to a higher-end memory right now. I'm evaluating these options: Vengeance RGB PRO DDR4 3600MHz 16GB CL18 ($140), Ripjaws V DDR4 16GB CL16 ($170), and Trident Z RGB DDR4 3600MHz 16GB CL18 ($120). Even if the Ripjaws is a bit pricier, will the CL16 performance justify the upgrade?
It's tough to describe without part numbers for details. Skip the Trident Z CL 18 if you prefer a similar style. For the F4-3600C16D-16GTZKW, it's around $120 in the US (Newegg link available).
They were found for 140 dollars... That's unexpected in Norway, where prices typically increase by about half.
Typically I've struggled with memory overclocking in the past. Right now I'm using a Corsair Vengeance RGB 16GB DDR4 3000 MHz with XMP activated, though sometimes the MHz value doesn't adjust properly. I'm hoping this new setup will improve my experience.
You're facing some color variations in your setup. The red hue appears under certain conditions, but performance remains stable across different chips—your 8700K handles 4000mt/s without issues, while the 2700X works at 3733mhz with a bit more voltage. Overall, scaling looks good.