You should OC to the R5 2600.
You should OC to the R5 2600.
Overclocking memory will play a bigger role in overall speed, and a 3200mhz frequency shouldn't strain a Ryzen 2000.
I only have a 2666 RAM but I'll try 3200. Also, I didn't crash on 4.2. I'll stop if I'm ahead lol.
Disagree completely. Cinebench R20/R15 shows a 10-20 point gap versus 2666mhz CL18 and 3600mhz CL18. Overclocking adds roughly 100 points per 100mhz average during that workload. Using an OC on the CPU boosts gameplay by 20-40 FPS, while RAM helps maintain smoother frames. I’ve tested this thoroughly for my own understanding. The biggest variance would be around 2133mhz—which is a significant drop from the baseline. His CPU promises up to 2933mhz on memory controller, but I recommend sticking to those specs regardless of timing. Anything beyond that risks instability, especially during tuning phases. After optimization, focus on RAM and timing for consistent performance.
Execute Cinebench R20 to verify stability; success indicates a solid OC. Proceed with Firestrike and Prime95 to confirm overall stability—passing all three confirms stable AF. Also, use 2933mhz RAM frequency exclusively during OC attempts, as you aim to stabilize the CPU and avoid exceeding memory controller limits until the CPU is confirmed stable.