Correct memory type and voltage

[dercdell1]

Hello.
I'm currently working on my first build but I have some questions about memory. You see I plan on using an i5 2500K processor and Corsair Vengeance 1600 mhz memory. To begin, I'd heard that the 2500K only supports 1333 mhz memory. Does this mean that if I set it to 1600 in the BIOS that I would technically be overclocking. Also, would using it at this speed void the warranty on my processor? If I set it to 1333 mhz, would it have any negative effects?
Second, I'm afraid I don't know much about RAM voltage. I plan on overclocking but perhaps not right away and I was wondering which RAM voltage would be correct. Thank you.

 

[sosofm]

The 1600Mhz its fine. If is not set automatic the voltage must be 1.5V , enable XMP profile for the memory and the frequency at 1600Mhz and all will be fine. I did the same thing with mine and all is ok. If you overclock then overclock your CPU from bios just raising the multiplier.

 

[nikorr]

Just like sosofm posted, I have the same set up.

I have a Corsair Vengeance 1600 Blue.

 

[dercdell1]

Alright so what you guys are saying is that I should go with the 1.5v model and that running it a 1600 mhz will not void the warranty for the i5 2500k? I think I forgot to mention that the i5 says it only supports 1333 mhz ram. thank you.
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16820233196

 

[nikorr]

Alright so what you guys are saying is that I should go with the 1.5v model and that running it a 1600 mhz will not void the warranty for the i5 2500k? I think I forgot to mention that the i5 says it only supports 1333 mhz ram. thank you.
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16820233196

So does 2600K, lol.

When u would have to RMA, tell them u run it @ 1333MHz. They hide it in the fine print and for company like Intel, ..... they suck.

Get 1600MHz and be OK with it. U can get insurance from Intel for cases like that.

 

[nikorr]

BTW, if u will ever RMA, and u have aftermarket cooler, they want the original back too!

 

[dercdell1]

Best answer selected by dercdell1.

 

[nikorr]

Thanx for the vote dercdell1 : ))

 

[nikorr]

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