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[SpyderTracks]

The discussion on RAM has been an evolving one. I’d like to have 96GB 6000MHz. This is not an option that PCS supports. I asked if it could supply it as 4x24GB 6000MHz and was advised by TonyCarter to order the smallest/cheapest RAM from PCS and purchase 2x48TB 6000MHz, pointing out the advantages of 2 stick implementations rather than 4. PCS advised that 2x48GB 5200MHz was the best option and gave the impression that their testing may have encountered issues with 2x48TB 6000MHz. SpyderTtacks has recommended 2x32GB 6000MHz. Pending more definitive advice, the specification reflects the advice from PCS, much as I dislike the option. Just thought that might clarify the situation.

RAM - I would be surprised if 64GB (2x32@6000Mhz) wasn't the ideal choice for your needs. I get that you may be looking to the future, but by the time it's relevant (if it ever is) there will likely be a game changing DDR5 available that may just get some performance that's worthwhile. Simply swap out the current sticks if it becomes relevant. I don't think 2x48GB would be a game changer for any scenario that I can think of. As suggested, 4x isn't a good choice unless you're happy with manually timing the RAM. You can still get the full performance out of 4 sticks but it does require some fettling in the BIOS with a custom RAM profile.

As advised, the board supports 6000MHz 64Gb no problems, but you may have to manually adjust timings and voltages to get it stable.

PCS will only list what they have spent time stabilising with their limited component selection. If going for higher frequencies at larger quantities, you'd tend to get specialist DIMMS that PCS don't offer, not every day gaming DIMMS. These are far tighter "binned" to be stable under those requirements, but obviously for that benefit, you pay a premium.

 

[Ekans2011]

The discussion on RAM has been an evolving one. I’d like to have 96GB 6000MHz. This is not an option that PCS supports. I asked if it could supply it as 4x24GB 6000MHz and was advised by TonyCarter to order the smallest/cheapest RAM from PCS and purchase 2x48TB 6000MHz, pointing out the advantages of 2 stick implementations rather than 4. PCS advised that 2x48GB 5200MHz was the best option and gave the impression that their testing may have encountered issues with 2x48TB 6000MHz. SpyderTtacks has recommended 2x32GB 6000MHz. Pending more definitive advice, the specification reflects the advice from PCS, much as I dislike the option. Just thought that might clarify the situation.

You might find this quick guide to RAM choices interesting, and you may go deeper about timings on Buildzoid's YouTube channel.

https://www.patreon.com/posts/115975942

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[Simon]

Having carefully considered all of the helpful contributions I have amended my specification to reflect my final conclusion.
For the RAM I went for 64GB 6000MHz and hope that it won't require any tinkering to get it stable. Not as future-proof as I'd wished, but the upgrade from my current 4x16 3400MHz should be noticeable.
As a rule, I prefer my kit to run at stock.
But if I do get forced into tweaking I dare say Ekans2011's links will be invaluable.
Thanks to all contributors for their invaluable assistance.