Hey there! I'm building my first PC and I have an AMD Ryzen 7 9800X3D coming soon. I've been searching for RAM for about a week now, looking at new and second-hand options. I'm considering getting a new Corsair Vengeance 32GB (2x16GB) kit with a speed of 6000MHz and a CL30 latency, which is priced the same as most of the second-hand stuff I've seen. However, I've heard some reports of issues with the Corsair RAM. Being a newbie, I'm wondering if I should aim for something like 5600MHz, which I've read is recommended by AMD, and what's an acceptable latency for that? Should I consider different brands instead? Thanks for your help!
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You don’t need to go for the 6000MHz CL30 RAM if it’s not performing well in reviews. Opting for 5600MHz is perfectly fine and finding something with a CL32 or CL34 could save you some cash. Just ensure you find a good deal!
If you wait a bit longer, some brands like Asus may have higher-spec RAM available in the future, but it’s hard to predict when prices will actually drop. If you can get that Corsair kit at a reasonable price, snag it. Prices can fluctuate a lot!
That sounds like a bit of a gamble. I think it might be better to buy now if you find something solid.
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Good point! I’ve noticed the same issue with listings that looked questionable.
Thanks for the tip! I appreciate it!