I'm building a new gaming rig featuring the AMD Ryzen 7 9800X3D and I'm seeking advice on the best RAM to pair with it. What RAM speed should I aim for? Which brands do you recommend for reliability and performance? I've heard good things about G.Skill and Corsair, but I'm open to other suggestions.
I appreciate any insights or experiences you can share!
TIA.
I guess the sweet spot of 9000X3D is still DDR5 6000 CL30.
@daopmeer I think DDR5 6000 CL28 is better. https://www.amazon.com/s?k=ddr5+6000+cl28+amd&tag=5422-20
Get this: G.Skill DDR5 Trident Z5 Royal NEO DDR5 6000 CL28: https://www.amazon.com/G-SKILL-Trident-CL28-36-36-96-Desktop-Computer/dp/B0DD2LKVMD?tag=5422-20
@stopgaming None Royal series is also available: https://www.amazon.com/G-SKILL-Trident-CL28-36-36-96-Desktop-Computer/dp/B0DGRFBN96?tag=5422-20
Besides G.Skill, Corsair also has 6000 CL28 DDR5 RAM. https://www.amazon.com/CORSAIR-Vengeance-6000MHz-Compatible-Computer/dp/B0DFMPQJLF
G.SKILL Flare X5 Series (AMD Expo) DDR5 RAM 32GB (2x16GB) 6000MT/s CL30-38-38-96 1.35V Desktop Computer Memory:
https://www.amazon.com/G-SKILL-2x16GB-CL30-38-38-96-Desktop-Computer/dp/B0C1TKSDKR?tag=7649-20
DDR5 8000-8200 performs best. However, DDR5 6000 CL30 offers nearly identical real-world performance while saving $80 through cheaper RAM and motherboard costs. DDR5 6400 CL32 works on select chips but needs 3200MHz UCLK.
RAM at 6000 CL30 offers the best balance of stability and performance. While 6000 CL28 exists, its higher price doesn't justify the minimal performance gain. Success with other speeds and timings is unpredictable, as it heavily depends on your specific motherboard quality and CPU's memory controller (silicon lottery). It's safer to stick with proven configurations than chase marginal improvements with unstable settings.
Just go for 6000 CL30 or the new G.Skill CL28. Spend extra money on other things.
Try to get some low CL RAM.
CL30 6000MHz DDR5 RAM offers the most reliable plug-and-play experience, compatible with all DDR5 CPUs. While DDR5 8000-8200MHz provides higher speeds, it has limited motherboard compatibility and may require manual tuning.
G.Skill Trident Z5 NEO Royal series.