maximus vii hero with 4790k and r9-290, which ram?

PolishTom317 · Apr 16, 2015

hey all,

so i've currently got an R9-290 in an older rig and am upgrading to the 4790k on a maximus vii hero board. heard/read that some memory isn't very compatible with this board/cpu combo so want to make sure it works before buying. I want to get 16gb for now in 2x8 config so i can add more later

will this ram work or do i need to do special bios setup to use?
G.SKILL Ripjaws X Series 16GB (2 x 8GB) 240-Pin DDR3 SDRAM DDR3 1600 (PC3 12800) Desktop Memory Model F3-1600C9D-16GXM

or should i look at another set?

EasyLover · Apr 16, 2015

Where that comes from?

Yes, this kit would work fine with this motherboard.

Tradesman1 · Apr 16, 2015

The Ripjaws X will run fine, 1600 is basically entry level, might look up to a 1866 or 2133 set

I like the Trident X with Haswell then the RJ X and Snipers are about equal

PolishTom317 · Apr 16, 2015

Tradesman1 :

Just a little concerned with the voltage being so close to the 1.65V "limit". I was def looking at doing the 1866, may have to look at them again. BTW this will mostly be a gaming rig. Also, just curious if the CL8 will be a benefit to gaming at all.
Which of these would be better for that hero board?
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16820231623
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16820231615

Tradesman1 · Apr 16, 2015

1.65 is perfectly safe, I do about 50 builds a year and prob 90% over the last 4 years have been 1.6-1.65 sticks (generally 2133 and up

EasyLover · Apr 16, 2015

High speeds would be better for gaming.

EasyLover · Apr 16, 2015

Check these options if within your budget.

http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16820231589

http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16820231571

1.65v is safe and within Intel's stated specification of voltage for DDR3 controller.

Mugglensu1984 · Apr 16, 2015

Have a look at this: Does RAM speeds matter?

Tradesman1 · Apr 16, 2015

Some games utilize DRAM better (and more than others), also faster DRAM can be of more benefit when doing other than gaming, especially multi-tasking, video, imaging, CAD, VMs *(anything with large data sets. Additionally with the price of DRAM today, it only makes sense to get faster if it fits the budget, 1600-2133 is often found at the same price point

PolishTom317 · Apr 16, 2015

Thanks Tradesman and Easylover for all the help. Since budget isn't much of an issue for me, I'm gonna go ahead and spring for the G.SKILL Trident X Series 16GB DDR3-2400 kit EasyLover linked

Tradesman1 · Apr 16, 2015

You'll love 'em

EasyLover · Apr 17, 2015

PolishTom317 :

Glad, you made a wise choice by selecting this kit. T is right, you'll definitely love them.

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