CPU doesn't support my RAM speed?

[Not Rallex]

Hey I have a problem, my RAM says it is running at 1060 MHz an the CPU I want to buy states it uses 1333/1600 MHz. If I were to buy it anyway would I be fine?

I also saw after looking the RAM up that it says 1600 MHz, I am so confused is mine underclocked? or maybe my current CPU is only using it at 1060 MHz? I don't know much about RAM.

CPU : Intel® Core™ i5-4440 Processor
http://ark.intel.com/products/75038/Intel-Core-i5-4440-Processor-6M-Cache-up-to-3_30-GHz

RAM : OCZ AMD Black Edition
https://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16820227496

 

[Multipack]

Can you post a pic of your CpuZ RAM readings? Does it say 1066?

 

[Flyfisherman]

When it comes to memory's there are a few things to keep in mind:
1. Always install memory sticks from one memory kit. They are matched together.
2. Always make sure that the chosen memory's is indeed supported by the motherboard and its processor.
Different types of memory's, different frequencies, timings etc. the memory stick with the lowest speed will always set the speed for the rest of them.
3. Very important that the voltage of the memory are supported by the processor; meaning that a memory stick with to much voltage let say 1.7V when the processor spec. clearly says 1.5V - will damage and shorten the processors life span.

Use a memory configurator such as Corsair http://www.corsair.com/en-us/memory-finder
Kingston http://www.kingston.com/us/memory/search/options
G-Skill http://www.gskill.com/en/configurator
Etc.
But even then, som memory manufacturers recommend memory's with a little bit to high voltage, so make sure that the CPU manufacturer specs for that particular model of CPU is followed regarding the memory voltage.
Otherwise it will shortened the CPUs lifesan. Over Clocking is always a risk.

For ex. a processor of 2:a generation Intel Core i3, i5, or i7 of Sandy Bridge alt 3: generation "Ivy Bridge" etc. these should have 1,5V +/- 5%- memory's.

For DDR3 memory: 1.5 volts, plus or minus 5%
For DDR3L memory: 1.35 volts, plus or minus 5%
For DDR4 memory: 1.2 volts, plus or minus 5%

Best regards from Sweden

 

[Not Rallex]

Can you post a pic of your CpuZ RAM readings? Does it say 1066?

http://imgur.com/a/aWsPp

 

[Multipack]

Ok.. but what does it say under SPD in each of the occupied slots? And 1600MHz is an XMP profile for DDR3. It should usually run at 1333MHz by default. Are you going to use the same board with the new CPU?

 

[Flyfisherman]

No.
I will teach You

 

[Flyfisherman]

Are You with me?

 

[Not Rallex]

Are You with me?

what do ya mean

 

[Not Rallex]

Ok.. but what does it say under SPD in each of the occupied slots? And 1600MHz is an XMP profile for DDR3. It should usually run at 1333MHz by default. Are you going to use the same board with the new CPU?

http://imgur.com/a/8B3Aa , didnt know what to look for. and no Im going to use a different mobo because my current one is only lga775 (here is one Im getting https://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16813132215)

 

[Multipack]

Looks like that RAM chip is running at 1066MHz. Is that the only RAM installed or is there another one? If you have mismatched RAM it could interfere with the timings. You should be able to enable the 1600MHz profile in your BIOS if thats the only one, or if you have a second one the same. Anything listed in any of the other slots in SPD page?

It will run fine in the new board though, but you should always use kits of RAM and not mix different models. Boards can be quite temperamental with RAM frequency and timings.

 

[Not Rallex]

Looks like that RAM chip is running at 1066MHz. Is that the only RAM installed or is there another one? If you have mismatched RAM it could interfere with the timings. You should be able to enable the 1600MHz profile in your BIOS if thats the only one, or if you have a second one the same. Anything listed in any of the other slots in SPD page?

It will run fine in the new board though, but you should always use kits of RAM and not mix different models. Boards can be quite temperamental with RAM frequency and timings.

nah its all the same kit, 2x2GB of OCZ black edition RAM. I think Ill just buy the stuff anyway and worse case scenario Ill get new RAM, thank you for your help