Upgrading My RAM

nc3710

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Jan 5, 2017
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So I'm upgrading the RAM in my PC, I'd just like confirmation that this would work with my motherboard/current RAM.

Current RAM: 8.00GB Dual-Channel DDR3 @ 799MHz
Current Motherboard: MSI B85-G43 GAMING
New RAM: [LINK]
 


From what I can see on the MSI website, the fastest speed supported by your MB would be 1600mhz!!!

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So.... No, it wont work! :-(

edit: Actually, yes it will work, but it will be "downgraded" to 1600mhz. So better buy 1600mhz instead... Should be cheaper!!!

 
And just to be sure, you dont want to keep your old RAM and add the new one to it, no?!?! If yes, it will not only be downgraded to 1600mhz but to your current RAM stick speed, i.e. 799mhz... So it wont be a very "smart" move!!! Better to discard the old one and install new 1600mhz set!