Question Zen2 RAM...confused

[vwcrusher]

So in the next week or so I will be purchasing components for a new PC. 3700X CPU, with a Gigabyte X570 Aorus Elite MB. I do not plan on overclocking the CPU, but perhaps the RAM (if needed). GPU is a EVGA 1070 ti (Overclocked).

Use is Lightroom and some gaming on a 1440p 60Hz screen.

In looking over the web there isn't a lot of information as to what RAM will be a good, cost effective fit. Given my components and intended use, are there any that you guys can recommend?

Thanks... : )

 

[LordVile]

So in the next week or so I will be purchasing components for a new PC. 3700X CPU, with a Gigabyte X570 Aorus Elite MB. I do not plan on overclocking the CPU, but perhaps the RAM (if needed). GPU is a EVGA 1070 ti (Overclocked).

Use is Lightroom and some gaming on a 1440p 60Hz screen.

In looking over the web there isn't a lot of information as to what RAM will be a good, cost effective fit. Given my components and intended use, are there any that you guys can recommend?

Thanks... : )

DDR4, 2 sticks, 16 or 32GB total at 3200-3600

 

[vwcrusher]

Thanks for the reply; oh, forgot to note the capacity, I'll need 32GB.

Follow up question: how about latency?

thanks.

 

[vwcrusher]

DDR4, 2 sticks, 16 or 32GB total at 3200-3600

Any specific part number that you suggest?

 

[LordVile]

Any specific part number that you suggest?

Any specific part number that you suggest?

If you wanna be super sure just find your motherboard on the manufacturers website and look for the RAM compatibility.

https://www.gigabyte.com/uk/Motherboard/X570-AORUS-ELITE-rev-10/support#support-doc

There you go

 

[vwcrusher]

If you wanna be super sure just find your motherboard on the manufacturers website and look for the RAM compatibility.

https://www.gigabyte.com/uk/Motherboard/X570-AORUS-ELITE-rev-10/support#support-doc

There you go

Yeah, thanks. I did see this; was hoping that folks on the forum could perhaps narrow it down a bit.

 

[LordVile]

Yeah, thanks. I did see this; was hoping that folks on the forum could perhaps narrow it down a bit.

Well RAM is RAM. At one stage (1st gen Ryzen) you really had to look for a specific die for good perform once but that isn't the case anymore. Basically go for one which you like the look of. I'm partial to Corsair RGB but that's cos I like the look.

 

[Deleted member 14196]

qvl lists are not very good anyway. most ram will work fine.

 

[vwcrusher]

Thanks for the replies; I do not need RGB, but I am looking for a nice balance between cost and performance, especially given 32GB, which can be quite pricey.

Specifically, will I really notice a difference in performance if I use 3600/19 vs 3600/16?

For example:

https://pcpartpicker.com/product/FP...-2-x-16gb-ddr4-3200-memory-f4-3200c16d-32gtzr

https://pcpartpicker.com/product/JB...-2-x-16gb-ddr4-3600-memory-f4-3600c19d-32gvrb

https://pcpartpicker.com/product/dM...-2-x-16gb-ddr4-3600-memory-f4-3600c17d-32gtzr

 

[LordVile]

Thanks for the replies; I do not need RGB, but I am looking for a nice balance between cost and performance, especially given 32GB, which can be quite pricey.

Specifically, will I really notice a difference in performance if I use 3600/19 vs 3600/16?

For example:

https://pcpartpicker.com/product/FP...-2-x-16gb-ddr4-3200-memory-f4-3200c16d-32gtzr

https://pcpartpicker.com/product/JB...-2-x-16gb-ddr4-3600-memory-f4-3600c19d-32gvrb

https://pcpartpicker.com/product/dM...-2-x-16gb-ddr4-3600-memory-f4-3600c17d-32gtzr

Depends on the program but if it's not much more you can always go with the lowest timings one you can find

 

[gskill support]

Here are the combinations to run XMP:

https://www.gskill.com/configurator...524715126&chipset=1562634988&model=1562637486

 

[vwcrusher]

Here are the combinations to run XMP:

https://www.gskill.com/configurator...524715126&chipset=1562634988&model=1562637486

Thanks for the link; given I am planning on 32GB, do you suggest 2x16 or 4x8 for Lightroom and some gaming?

Also, if possible, I could use some direction regarding a realistic, cost effective balance between speed/latency and cost.

Much appreciated.

 

[gskill support]

2 x 16GB would be best

If cost comes into play, C16 gives you that:

https://www.newegg.com/g-skill-32gb...cm_re=gskill_3200_32gb-_-20-232-091-_-Product

https://www.newegg.com/g-skill-32gb...cm_re=gskill_3200_32gb-_-20-232-413-_-Product

Seems like $89? more for C14:

https://www.newegg.com/g-skill-32gb...cm_re=gskill_3200_32gb-_-20-232-218-_-Product

 

[vwcrusher]

2 x 16GB would be best

If cost comes into play, C16 gives you that:

https://www.newegg.com/g-skill-32gb-288-pin-ddr4-sdram/p/N82E16820232091?Item=N82E16820232091&Description=gskill 3200 32gb&cm_re=gskill_3200_32gb--20-232-091--Product

https://www.newegg.com/g-skill-32gb-288-pin-ddr4-sdram/p/N82E16820232413?Item=N82E16820232413&Description=gskill 3200 32gb&cm_re=gskill_3200_32gb--20-232-413--Product

Seems like $89? more for C14:

https://www.newegg.com/g-skill-32gb-288-pin-ddr4-sdram/p/N82E16820232218?Item=N82E16820232218&Description=gskill 3200 32gb&cm_re=gskill_3200_32gb--20-232-218--Product

Again, thanks for the suggestions. Can I assume that latency is more of a factor than speed? That is, 3200/16 > 3600/18, for example. If so I am a bit more confused, as from what I have read it seemed that speed was more important than latency....please straighten me out.

 

[vwcrusher]

One additional question: why would one not want the new Neo version? Admittedly I have not seen pricing.....

 

[gskill support]

Frequency is generally a greater factor if the CPU can support it. Lower timing becomes more important once that threshold is reached. Also, the lower timings kits are generally better chips and can perform better, so it is preferred by enthusiasts, over clockers, and those that would like the absolute best.

As far as not liking the Neo, it would be for aesthetic reasons.

 

[vwcrusher]

Frequency is generally a greater factor if the CPU can support it. Lower timing becomes more important once that threshold is reached. Also, the lower timings kits are generally better chips and can perform better, so it is preferred by enthusiasts, over clockers, and those that would like the absolute best.

As far as not liking the Neo, it would be for aesthetic reasons.

Ah, thanks for the explanation.

I am not at this point planning on overclocking (as I understand there is not much headroom on the CPU - not sure about RAM); I do not consider myself an 'enthusiast.' However, I do want the highest performing system given the components specified; I care more about system performance than aesthetics. My plan as noted in the original post is to use it for photo editing (LR), some gaming and general use.

Given these conditions, which of your 32GB products coupled with the 3700X and Gigabyte X570 Aorus Elite would you recommend?

 

[gskill support]

Same 3 options above, if you would like to save $79-89, one of the first two kits would work.

 

[vwcrusher]

Same 3 options above, if you would like to save $79-89, one of the first two kits would work.

Thank you.

One final question: if one were inclined to overclock the RAM, it sounds that the third, more expensive option would be the choice....yes?

 

[gskill support]

Yes, for maximum results, however the cheaper model can OC as well, results just not as good.