Ryzen 7 RAM question

[BARRlCADE]

Hello, I'm thinking of buying a R7 2700 and the Gigabyte B450M DS3H motherboard.

I currently have 3 8 gig sticks of KHX2666C15D4 and i'm wondering if i will have any issue(s) using it in that build? or is it not compatible?.

Thanks!

 

[Darkbreeze]

I don't see those modules among the list of user verified memory, so I'd be somewhat skeptical, but there is likely a lot of memory that has NOT been added to the list as well. Memory compatibility has gotten much better via BIOS updates over the last year, but there are STILL compatibility issues with some memory modules especially on older Ryzen chipsets. The B450 and X470 boards don't have a LOT of problems, but I still generally recommend sticking to those modules listed here:

https://www.reddit.com/r/Amd/comments/649ay8/ram_collection_thread_please_post_your_ram/


But it's probably worth at least trying with your current modules first, and then if it doesn't work or there are issues, you may need to find other memory that IS on the user verified list. Modules using Samsung B-dies are much preferred, but a lot of other memory has been made to work as well.

The one thing that stands out though is that I have not seen a whole lot of Kingston or HyperX modules that have been verified for use on Ryzen chipsets, so that makes my doubts even stronger, but again, worth trying first. You'll be no worse off than you are now if they don't work and won't have to buy additional memory if they do.

 

[BARRlCADE]

I don't see those modules among the list of user verified memory, so I'd be somewhat skeptical, but there is likely a lot of memory that has NOT been added to the list as well. Memory compatibility has gotten much better via BIOS updates over the last year, but there are STILL compatibility issues with some memory modules especially on older Ryzen chipsets. The B450 and X470 boards don't have a LOT of problems, but I still generally recommend sticking to those modules listed here:

https://www.reddit.com/r/Amd/comments/649ay8/ram_collection_thread_please_post_your_ram/


But it's probably worth at least trying with your current modules first, and then if it doesn't work or there are issues, you may need to find other memory that IS on the user verified list. Modules using Samsung B-dies are much preferred, but a lot of other memory has been made to work as well.

The one thing that stands out though is that I have not seen a whole lot of Kingston or HyperX modules that have been verified for use on Ryzen chipsets, so that makes my doubts even stronger, but again, worth trying first. You'll be no worse off than you are now if they don't work and won't have to buy additional memory if they do.

Thanks for the quick answer!.
I'll give my current memory a try. I see that most lists right now are from July 2017 so who knows?, might be ok.
If not i'll have to wait to order something that will work with those components i suppose. RAM is sooOooO expensive right now in Canada!. Well, everywhere really lol.

 

[Darkbreeze]

Actually, most memory is back down pretty close to where it was when the prices started going up two years ago. I don't expect to see it fall any further during 2019. I think it is pretty much stable right now so if you're going to need memory I'd just get it. Very doubtful you will see prices get a whole lot better anytime soon. But, you never know.

 

[BARRlCADE]

Actually, most memory is back down pretty close to where it was when the prices started going up two years ago. I don't expect to see it fall any further during 2019. I think it is pretty much stable right now so if you're going to need memory I'd just get it. Very doubtful you will see prices get a whole lot better anytime soon. But, you never know.

Ya money is an issue right now. $285 for 16g roughly. Kinda sucks to i'm just going to cross my fingers and hope these modules can at least post the machine.

 

[Darkbreeze]

Well, these are not "fast" in the sense that they don't have a high frequency, but they are at least inexpensive somewhat AND are verified on Ryzen. They are also CL14 CAS latency which means that they are most probably Samsung B-die modules.

PCPartPicker part list / Price breakdown by merchant

Memory: Team - Vulcan 16GB (2 x 8GB) DDR4-2400 Memory ($147.99 @ Newegg Canada)
Total: $147.99
Prices include shipping, taxes, and discounts when available
Generated by PCPartPicker 2018-10-29 15:14 EDT-0400


These will work as well, and are much faster, which Ryzen also likes.

PCPartPicker part list / Price breakdown by merchant

Memory: G.Skill - Ripjaws V Series 16GB (2 x 8GB) DDR4-3200 Memory ($170.99 @ Newegg Canada)
Total: $170.99
Prices include shipping, taxes, and discounts when available
Generated by PCPartPicker 2018-10-29 15:18 EDT-0400


Both are much less than the 285.00 you suggested. Perhaps that is though local shops, which are always much more expensive.

 

[BARRlCADE]

Well, these are not "fast" in the sense that they don't have a high frequency, but they are at least inexpensive somewhat AND are verified on Ryzen. They are also CL14 CAS latency which means that they are most probably Samsung B-die modules.

PCPartPicker part list / Price breakdown by merchant

Memory: Team - Vulcan 16GB (2 x 8GB) DDR4-2400 Memory ($147.99 @ Newegg Canada)
Total: $147.99
Prices include shipping, taxes, and discounts when available
Generated by PCPartPicker 2018-10-29 15:14 EDT-0400


These will work as well, and are much faster, which Ryzen also likes.

PCPartPicker part list / Price breakdown by merchant

Memory: G.Skill - Ripjaws V Series 16GB (2 x 8GB) DDR4-3200 Memory ($170.99 @ Newegg Canada)
Total: $170.99
Prices include shipping, taxes, and discounts when available
Generated by PCPartPicker 2018-10-29 15:18 EDT-0400


Both are much less than the 285.00 you suggested. Perhaps that is though local shops, which are always much more expensive.

Ya that was from Amazon. They can be a bit pricey with some things.
I'll keep those modules in mind though. Right now my budget allows a CPU and a MB. trying to scrape buy without having to worry about things like rent lol.

 

[Darkbreeze]

I agree. Try your memory first, and go from there.

 

[BARRlCADE]

I agree. Try your memory first, and go from there.

<3 i'll be back to let you know how things go when all the parts show up!. Thanks for your help so far! <3

 

[Darkbreeze]

No problem at all.

 

[BARRlCADE]

No problem at all.

Alright i managed to order the CPU and the MSI B450m Gaming Plus mobo. Apparently my RAM is compatible but i'll wait and see when it actually shows up next week.

 

[BARRlCADE]

No problem at all.

UPDATE TIME!

SO!, got all the components!. Slapped it all together and everything seems to be smooth asf.

Went with an MSI B450M Gaming Pro Motherboard instead of the Gigabyte one after reading reviews about a lot of issues for the Gigabyte boards.

SO, Confirmed: KHX2666C15D4 Works on the B450m, out of the box. No BIOS flashing needed.

 

[Darkbreeze]

I'd still check to see if there is a newer bios. There are a basket full of issues that get addressed through frequent bios updates these days including a lot of issues with graphics card architectures. But that's your call. Generally, these days, I usually always recommend updating the bios anytime there is a new release. Often, without updating the bios, even Windows might cause issues after the spring and fall updates.

 

[BARRlCADE]

I'd still check to see if there is a newer bios. There are a basket full of issues that get addressed through frequent bios updates these days including a lot of issues with graphics card architectures. But that's your call. Generally, these days, I usually always recommend updating the bios anytime there is a new release. Often, without updating the bios, even Windows might cause issues after the spring and fall updates.

I plan to update at some point. I'm going to let the cpu settle in with some extended tests and such first. I'm just happy that my current ram worked

 

[Darkbreeze]

Me too. Glad it went smooth for you man.

 

[BARRlCADE]

Me too. Glad it went smooth for you man.

Thanks for the help! <3