Looking for recommendations on RAM for Asus Z170-A. i5-6500 is the processor I have. I know lower latency is suppose to be better but can you get to low where it can cause problems for Windows or other software? Same question on the speed, 2400, 2666 etc. I was looking at the memory list for the board and seen this *When running XMP at DDR4 3200 MHz or higher, the system’s stability depends on the CPU’s capabilities. Is there documentation on that, telling you or explaining the capabilities for each CPU? Thank you
RAM recommendation Asus Z170-A
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With a 6500 max I'd prob go is 2666, even some K models need a bit of an OC to run 2800 and up, have only played with one 6500 that could run 2800 without a lot of finagling (timings/voltages)... I'd look at the GSkill Ripjaws V or TridentZ, both have OC headroom, so if you go 2666 could try them at 2800 and see if your MC is up to it 
jimmysmitty
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I honestly don't think you will have much in the way of issues:
http://www.tweaktown.com/guides/7481/tweaktowns-ultimate-intel-skylake-overclocking-guide/index8.html
If you got a lower end i3 maybe but an i5 6500 will probably run DDR4 3200 with very little in the way of issues.
I have personally had the best experience with Corsair, I had a DDR2 1066MHz kit that I was able to lower the timings AND overclock to 1333MHz to match my then Q6600s 1333MHz FSB, but G.Skill and Patriot is pretty good too.
http://www.tweaktown.com/guides/7481/tweaktowns-ultimate-intel-skylake-overclocking-guide/index8.html
If you got a lower end i3 maybe but an i5 6500 will probably run DDR4 3200 with very little in the way of issues.
I have personally had the best experience with Corsair, I had a DDR2 1066MHz kit that I was able to lower the timings AND overclock to 1333MHz to match my then Q6600s 1333MHz FSB, but G.Skill and Patriot is pretty good too.
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I suggest 2566MHz CL15.
I doubt faster will benefit much, and at about 3000MHz the voltage increases which puts stress on the CPU memory controller. (so that 3200MHz comment may be about stability of the CPU memory controller with increased frequency and voltage).
Corsair is good.
THIS looks like a good 16GB kit (2x8GB)
http://pcpartpicker.com/product/J27CmG/corsair-memory-cmk16gx4m2a2666c16
I doubt faster will benefit much, and at about 3000MHz the voltage increases which puts stress on the CPU memory controller. (so that 3200MHz comment may be about stability of the CPU memory controller with increased frequency and voltage).
Corsair is good.
THIS looks like a good 16GB kit (2x8GB)
http://pcpartpicker.com/product/J27CmG/corsair-memory-cmk16gx4m2a2666c16
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No as the RAM clock is separate from the CPUs base clock multiplier.
However sometimes overclocking the RAM is easier with an overclocked CPU which is easier with the K series CPU.
However sometimes overclocking the RAM is easier with an overclocked CPU which is easier with the K series CPU.
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With a 6500 max I'd prob go is 2666, even some K models need a bit of an OC to run 2800 and up, have only played with one 6500 that could run 2800 without a lot of finagling (timings/voltages)... I'd look at the GSkill Ripjaws V or TridentZ, both have OC headroom, so if you go 2666 could try them at 2800 and see if your MC is up to it
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