I recently upgraded my RAM from 16GB (2x8GB sticks) to 32GB (2x16GB sticks). While I'm excited about the extra memory, I've been running into issues with long loading times and textures not loading properly in my games. This happens quite frequently, and I'm at a loss as to why. I've ensured that everything matches: it's DDR4 and 3200MHz, just like my previous RAM. I also enabled X.M.P in the BIOS and checked my hardware monitor to confirm they're running at the rated speed.
I upgraded my graphics card to a 5060 Ti as well, so I wonder if it could be driver-related. Any insights would be greatly appreciated!
2 Answers
You mentioned you upgraded both RAM and GPU—it's possible that the loading issues might be related to the GPU drivers. Make sure you have the latest drivers for your 5060 Ti. It could also be worth testing the RAM by reverting back to the old sticks for a bit, just to see if the loading issues persist. If everything was running smoothly before, this might help pinpoint the problem.
It could be that the two RAM sticks aren't fully compatible, even though they seem to have the same specifications. Sometimes, RAM from different manufacturers can cause issues. Make sure X.M.P is enabled in your BIOS, and try setting the speed manually to 3000MHz instead of 3200MHz to see if that helps. Also, verify that you have the RAM installed in the correct slots for optimal performance—typically, you should use slots A2 and B2 on a four-slot motherboard.
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