I'm in the EU, and the RAM market is a complete mess right now, with prices ranging from 330 to 410 EUR and long wait times for delivery. I'm exploring various frequencies and timings just to find something I can actually buy. My main question is: how flexible can I be with these specifications, particularly as they relate to gaming performance? For instance, would it be okay to opt for 6000MHz CL36 instead of 6000MHz CL30? Also, is it safe to push above 6000MHz? If I go for a 6400MHz CL34 kit, will my PC handle it? Sorry if these sound like basic questions; I don't have an engineering background!
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For gaming, common choices are between 6000MHz with CL30 to CL36, and while CL34 isn't the most common, it should still work fine. Just remember, timing impacts performance, but not as drastically as you might think.
I've seen some 6400MHz kits with higher timings—are those worth considering? Like, I found a 6400MHz CL36 option that's available this December; just wondering if it's a good idea.