Can I use 1600mhz ram? If I use it, will the cpu only operate @ 1333mhz? Will it work at all?
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The compatibility of the ram depends more on your motherboard than your cpu. If your motherboard supports the 1600mHz, then it is likely that the g3258 will also. However, the cpu spec sheet says that it only supports up to 1333mHz, so if you use 1600mHz sticks it may downclock them to 1333mHz. I used Kingston HyperX Fury 1600mHz 2x4gb sticks with the g3258 on a z97 mobo and they operate fine. Unfortunately I am not home right now to check the bios to see what speed they are actually running. Regardless, even if they are not support by the g3258, you can still use 1600mHz ram sticks (as long as your motherboard supports them), they might just be automatically downclocked.
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Yes, you can run a ram @1600mhz and more with G3258 ...(if the motherboard support faster ram speed, this CPU will handle it)but you might have to set the Ram speed @1600mhz from BOIS.
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The compatibility of the ram depends more on your motherboard than your cpu. If your motherboard supports the 1600mHz, then it is likely that the g3258 will also. However, the cpu spec sheet says that it only supports up to 1333mHz, so if you use 1600mHz sticks it may downclock them to 1333mHz. I used Kingston HyperX Fury 1600mHz 2x4gb sticks with the g3258 on a z97 mobo and they operate fine. Unfortunately I am not home right now to check the bios to see what speed they are actually running. Regardless, even if they are not support by the g3258, you can still use 1600mHz ram sticks (as long as your motherboard supports them), they might just be automatically downclocked. The compatibility of the ram depends more on your motherboard than your cpu. If your motherboard supports the 1600mHz, then it is likely that the g3258 will also. However, the cpu spec sheet says that it only supports up to 1333mHz, so if you use 1600mHz sticks it may downclock them to 1333mHz. I used Kingston HyperX Fury 1600mHz 2x4gb sticks with the g3258 on a z97 mobo and they operate fine. Unfortunately I am not home right now to check the bios to see what speed they are actually running. Regardless, even if they are not support by the g3258, you can still use 1600mHz ram sticks (as... » Read More The compatibility of the ram depends more on your motherboard than your cpu. If your motherboard supports the 1600mHz, then it is likely that the g3258 will also. However, the cpu spec sheet says that it only supports up to 1333mHz, so if you use 1600mHz sticks it may downclock them to 1333mHz. I used Kingston HyperX Fury 1600mHz 2x4gb sticks with the g3258 on a z97 mobo and they operate fine. Unfortunately I am not home right now to check the bios to see what speed they are actually running. Regardless, even if they are not support by the g3258, you can still use 1600mHz ram sticks (as long as your motherboard supports them), they might just be automatically downclocked. « Show Less
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running a locked cpu I believe that is correct. That is the situation I am in. If I put an unlocked pentium g3258 I think the ram would run at 1600 no problem. I also had to flash the board with an old haswell chip to support newer haswell refresh chips.
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Ddr3 sdram is the type of memory and 1600 is the speed/frequency it operates at. 1600 is a good speed. Refer to your motherboard for compatibility.
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I want to make sure I get you the information you need. This Motherboard takes DDR3 RAM. It supports 1333mhz and 1066mhz speeds (either speed will work, 1333mhz is faster). The pinout for the RAM is 240-pin. As for brands, there are many top tier manufacturers, and at this stage in technology, it is almost a matter of preference. Some of the top tier manufacturers that I like to use in my machines are OCZ, Crucial, or Corsair. Corsair is my top preference. Corsair's Vengeance series is excellent, OCZ's platinum series is excellent, and Crucial's ballistix series is excellent. I dare say you won't go wrong with any of those 3. Let me know if you have any other questions, I'll be happy to provide any further help.
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Yes, the CPU can support DDR 1333mhz ram. However, your motherboard may not support that speed RAM. Check on the Vendor's site and find the CPU and Memory support list to make sure.
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it comes with DDR3 of 1333mhz. I receive this laptop yesterday... it's great!
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RAM compatibility is a function of the motherboard you choose, not the CPU. Read the specifications for the motherboard. That will tell you what RAM is designed to work with it. But in general, the rule regarding RAM is, "The more the better." I have this CPU (overclocked to 4.3Ghz) in an Asus Rampage IV Black motherboard with G.SKILL Ripjaws Z Series (2133) memory (8MB x 8 for a total of 64GB). Even though it is rated at 2133, I can't keep a stable system above 1866. You are better off saving money on high-speed memory and using that money instead to make you system faster other ways, such as buying a much memory as the motherboard can handle, buying a solid-state drive for your primary drive, buying a more robust video card, upgrading your cooling so you can overclock the CPU higher, etc.
545662
from what I understand, mid-2010 mbp's do NOT support 1333mhz ram. you can do up to 16gb ram with 1066mhz types though.
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I would absolutely recommend! This CPU's 6 cores is more than capable of handling the task. Its not overkill at all. However, there is more than just the CPU in question. What Motherboard do you have? I'd recommend this CPU for your purpose if your motherboard & cpu cooler would allow for some overclocking at least. I have this CPU at 4.7GHz, thats not necessary for your task, but just to give an idea. Also to further your cause I would also recommend no less than 16GB of RAM clocked at least at 1600Mhz, but 2133MHz RAM speed would hit a home run with this CPU.
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It depends on the motherboard you will be using for this particular computer build. I would check to confirm this ram is on your motherboard's Memory Support list to ensure you do not encounter any compatibility issues. Regarding ram frequency, I would suggest higher speeds if you plan on gaming with your machine. For everyday usage, you will see little difference in performance when using 1333 or 1600 ram.
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Preferably 1600 to 2400mhz will do, your definitely going to want to overclock this APU to squeeze out it's performance. I do not recommend going over 4.1 on the overclock though. But even 1600 mhz ram can be sped up a bit to get some extra performance out of the thing.
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From a Newegg review of this same model, it sounds like you'll need RAM operating at 1333MHZ, rather than at 1066MHZ.
1950357
I have this laptop, and installed Corsair Vengence at 1600 Mhz, in fact, it new comes with memory at 1333 Mhz
2155104
It supports the DDR3 Ram at 1333mhz, so it will not run this at full potential but it will run. The comp supports 16 gig, so it should have 4 slots, chances are you can keep the memory you have and add this, just make sure the memory pairs are slot 1 & 3 and slot 2 & 4. You'll also need to be running a 64 bit OS or it will only see 3 gigs of ram.
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Yes, it does use upto 32GB of RAM (4x 8GB), also keep in mind max is at 2133MHz only by G.Skill! Any other maker can run all other lower speeds. I have 16GB 1600MHz Kingston Hyper X Beasts! They work awesome!
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you have to be a bit more specific. are you asking the question so that you can find out what type of RAM to get for this laptop? if yes then this type of ram will work in this laptop http://www.amazon.com/dp/B008CP5R8K/ref=wl_it_dp_o_pd_S_ttl?_encoding=UTF8&colid=19G4QPNNQREKD&coliid=I8O8A96YMQFY8 also any ram thats ddr3 and 1600 mhz will work. you don't have to buy that specific one i just pasting it to give you and idea of what will work. hope that helps
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Use OC profile 1 at your bios... it will automatically configure to use 2400 MHz Ram speed..