Why is my DRAM showing 4800MHz instead of 6000MHz?
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TechieGamer42
I've noticed that when I boot up my PC, it indicates that my DRAM is operating at 4800MHz instead of the expected 6000MHz. I have EXPO enabled in the BIOS. Can anyone help me troubleshoot this issue?
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Make sure XMP is enabled in the BIOS. It's crucial for achieving higher speeds like 6000MHz. Check your settings there and give it another go!
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Have you tried updating your BIOS? Sometimes an update can help with memory compatibility and speed. It's something worth checking out!
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You should download and run CPU-Z. Check the Memory tab to see what it reports for the DRAM frequency. Remember, DDR (Double Data Rate) means if it shows 3000MHz, it’s actually 6000MHz. If you’re not seeing that, share your CPU, RAM, and motherboard details for more help!
TechieGamer42: I already have CPU-Z from my ASUS motherboard. It shows around 3000MHz but fluctuates a bit, so does that mean I'm good? My setup is Asus Tuf Gaming B850-Plus Wifi, AMD Ryzen 9800X3D CPU, XFX Mercury Radeon RX 9070 XT GPU, and G.Skill Trident Z5 Neo RGB 32 GB DDR5-6000.
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TechieGamer42: I did update it before setting EXPO, but thanks for the suggestion!