Overclocking 4770k with overclocked RAM?

[timnswede]

So I am getting a 4770k soon, and was planning on getting this RAM as well: http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16820231589 Will there be any problem overclocking the CPU since I have to use an XMP profile for the RAM, or do I have to do anything differently?

 

[Kingbob]

No, you will have no problem unless you overclock the northbridge. If you just change the cpu multiplier and voltage you'll be fine with what you have.

 

[timnswede]

So the RAM being at 1.65v won't affect the overclocking of the CPU at all? Tradesman1 told me the same thing yesterday, but I keep seeing varying information so I just wanted to double check.

 

[Kingbob]

Yeah, Tradesman1 is VERY knowledgeable when it comes to RAM. Whatever he told you is right (and I have happened to tell you the same thing). The RAM will not affect the multiplier based CPU overclocks.

 

[timnswede]

OK great, thanks. Now I will just have to wait and hope that I win the silicone lottery with my 4770k.

 

[Kingbob]

OK great, thanks. Now I will just have to wait and hope that I win the silicone lottery with my 4770k.

Haha good luck with that.

(I didnt mean that in a sarcastic way 😛)