Is 5600 CL36 RAM Sufficient for a 9700X without Overclocking?
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I'm considering some RAM options for my 9700X build. I've found the Kingston Fury 5600 MHz CL36 for $280, the Corsair Vengeance 6000 MHz CL36 for $300, and the Corsair Vengeance 6400 MHz CL36 for $330. I've read that the 6000 CL30 is the sweet spot for AMD, but I can't find it due to supply issues. Since I won't be overclocking, and the official specs for the 9700X mention it runs on 5600 MHz, which RAM option should I choose?
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For gaming, the performance difference between 5600 and 6000 MHz is minimal. If you can find a better deal, I'd spend a little more for the faster RAM, but honestly, you won't notice a significant difference without a frame counter. I upgraded from DDR5 6000 CL40 to CL30 and couldn't tell a difference in real-world usage. Pick what fits your budget!
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CuriousMind_47: Thanks for the insight! I'm just wondering if the difference between 5600 MHz and 6000 MHz would really be noticeable.