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The YouTube video delves into the nuances of selecting the best RAM for gaming in 2023 to optimize FPS and avoid bottlenecks. Points covered include the importance of RAM speed, Cas Latency, absolute latency, and enabling overclocking profiles. The significance of avoiding manual adjustments for non-experts, the transition from DDR4 to DDR5, and the evolving nature of DDR5 speeds are highlighted. Recommendations are provided for varying CPU generations, emphasizing compatibility and optimal RAM choices. Suggestions for RAM kits, motherboard BIOS updates, and DDR5 speeds for Ryzen 7000 and Intel CPUs are outlined, with advice on RAM selections for different budget and performance levels. The video concludes by offering links for additional information and encouraging viewers to like, subscribe, and anticipate future content updates.
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In this segment of the video, the speaker discusses the importance of selecting the best RAM for gaming in 2023 to maximize FPS and avoid bottlenecks. They explain that RAM speed is often misunderstood and clarify that the speed of RAM is measured in mega transfers, not megahertz, due to Double Data Rate (DDR) technology. The video also covers the concept of Cas Latency (CL), which indicates how quickly data can be retrieved from the RAM. The speaker notes that misunderstandings about RAM speed can lead to confusion and offers guidance on interpreting RAM specifications accurately.
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In this segment of the video, the speaker discusses how to compare the speed of different RAM kits by calculating the absolute latency. They explain that higher RAM speed and lower CAS latency are generally better. The absolute latency is calculated by multiplying CAS latency by 2,000 and then dividing by the RAM speed. The video also covers the importance of enabling RAM overclocking profiles like Intel’s XMP or AMD’s DOCP to run RAM at rated speeds. Manual RAM overclocking is not recommended for most users due to potential complications with system stability.
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In this segment, the key points include advice against manually adjusting RAM timings for non-experts as the gains may not be worth the time invested. It is explained that RAM speeds listed for motherboards and CPUs are generally base speeds, not overclock speeds. Recommendations are provided for RAM for different CPU generations, explaining the transition from DDR4 to DDR5. The text also touches on potential compatibility issues with RAM upgrades on pre-built PCs using proprietary parts and limitations in using XMP or automatic RAM overclocking profiles on such systems. Differentiation between DDR4 and DDR5, as well as their compatibility with various CPU generations, is also highlighted.
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In this segment of the video, it is emphasized that DDR5 speeds are advancing rapidly, so buying RAM today may become outdated quickly when upgrading in the future. To avoid overspending, purchase what is needed now. It is recommended to buy RAM in kits of two or four sticks to maximize bandwidth for gaming, as using a single stick or odd number of sticks could limit FPS. Gaming typically requires 16GB of total system RAM, but 16GB kits of DDR5 are scarce, pushing buyers towards 32GB kits. The importance of the Qualified Vendor List (QVL) is mentioned, but given improved compatibility with DDR4 and DDR5, checking the list may not be necessary. Recommendations for the best RAM for gaming are provided based on third-party testing and current prices, with links for additional information available in the video description.
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In this part of the video, the speaker discusses the best RAM options for various budget and mid-range CPUs. For ultra-budget CPUs like Ryzen 5500 and Intel’s i3 series, a 2X8GB kit of DDR4 3200 CL16 RAM is recommended. Moving up to budget to lower mid-range CPUs like Ryzen 5600, 5600X, or 5700X, faster RAM like DDR4 3600 CL16 may be preferable for pairing with faster GPUs. For budget-oriented Intel CPUs like the i5 13400, DDR4 3200 CL16 RAM is suggested. The video also mentions considerations for DDR5 RAM, advising not to overspend and ensure compatibility with the motherboard. For mid-range and higher-end gaming CPUs, the best RAM for Ryzen 7600, 7700, 7800X, and others are discussed, with DDR5 compatibility on Ryzen 7000 also highlighted.
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In this segment of the video, it is recommended to update your motherboard BIOS before enabling XMP or Expo timings for Ryzen 7000. Performance for DDR5 on Ryzen 7000 is capped out at around 6000 speed, with 6000 CL30 recommended. Intel side advice is focused on 13th gen CPUs such as the i5 13600K, i7 13700K, and i9 13900K. It is mentioned that 14th gen versions may improve memory controller performance. DDR5 5600 CL28 or DDR5 6000 CL30 are advised for both Ryzen 7000 and Intel 13th gen CPUs. It is highlighted that with stock XMP settings, there is no significant difference between higher speed kits. Recommendations for motherboard choices are also provided, with better memory traces suggested for faster kits. Intel 12th and 13th gen CPUs may have issues with faster kits in four stick configurations. Links to detailed recommendations are available in the video description, and viewers are encouraged to like, subscribe, and stay updated for future content.