Question about RAM/CPU compatibiility

[Sendaiko]

Okay, so it's pretty simple really:

I want to know if something that says "Compatible with all AMD AM3+ / APU platforms" means that it needs to be 'both' AM3+ 'and' APU, or that if it's either it'll be fine.

Basically I plan on getting 8GB of RAM (Model F3-12800CL9D-8GBRL - 8GB, DDR3 1600) and need to know if it's compatible with an AMD A6-5400K Socket FM2 65W APU.

Keep in mind, I'm not asking if this will be optimal for performance (I.E. If I 'could' have faster RAM, I don't care. Not to be rude, either; I'm just broke right now). I'm asking if the CPU and the RAM listed can work together as I haven't been able to find any info on it. Tried searching for compatibility lists but only ever got MOBO compatibility results. I already know my MOBO is compatible.

Thanks in advance for you time

 

[drkatz42]

Go to the MB manufacturer website and pull up compatible ram, thats the list youre looking for.

 

[Bean007]

Okay, so it's pretty simple really:

I want to know if something that says "Compatible with all AMD AM3+ / APU platforms" means that it needs to be 'both' AM3+ 'and' APU, or that if it's either it'll be fine.

Basically I plan on getting 8GB of RAM (Model F3-12800CL9D-8GBRL - 8GB, DDR3 1600) and need to know if it's compatible with an AMD A6-5400K Socket FM2 65W APU.

Keep in mind, I'm not asking if this will be optimal for performance (I.E. If I 'could' have faster RAM, I don't care. Not to be rude, either; I'm just broke right now). I'm asking if the CPU and the RAM listen can work together as I haven't been able to find any info on it. Tried searching for compatibility lists but only ever got MOBO compatibility results. I already know my MOBO is compatible.

Thanks in advance for you time

Most name brands will work fine. The list of certain models just means that they tested those few with those settings. Like say for instance if you overclocked your ram. Companies like Corsair and Kingston to name just a few will be fine. I've used ram that wasn't on the list and even overclocked and they worked just great.

 

[Tradesman1]

Yes, the Ripjaws are and will be just fine, no problems there

 

[Sendaiko]

Just wanted to say thanks to everyone for helping I am now confident it will work, so I look forward to it. Peace.

 

[Tradesman1]

Enjoy!