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Ok, then this would be my advice if you are not willing or able to do the advanced configurations necessary, in some cases, to get high speed memory to run AT high speed, on some Ryzen systems.

I'd start by returning that memory if possible. If not, then maybe you can sell it to recoup your costs. Then, as Meanmachine indicated, you might want to buy memory modules that ARE Samsung B-die modules, which Ryzen likes and plays nice with far better than it does other modules using different, lower quality ICs (Memory chips).

You can find a list of Samsung B-die modules at the following link, but suffice to say that pretty much any 3000mhz or faster DDR4 module with a CAS latency of 14 is probably a B-die module...
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Hi steven :)

Your Ryzen 5 1600 (Summit Ridge) will benefit from RAM with Samsung BDie chips.

As you require 8GB (2X4) then I recommend G.Skill Trident Z (F4-3000C15D-8GTZ) or Ripjaws (F4-3000C15D-8GRK) which are listed on the MB QVL and tested latency @ 15-15-15-35 and 1.2V and 1.35V respectively.
Either would be a good choice if available.

If you intend playing any AAA games then I would recommend 16GB (2x8) with more choice on the QVL.
 
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I have Corsair Vengeance LPX (2x4GB) and its clocked at 3000mhz. My motherboard doesn't support that speed so i run it at 2133mhz. (I have tried XMP1 but it makes my pc boot loop and i haven't tried XMP2)
 
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Awesome thank you so much! If you know a good 16GB kit let me know. (I don't really want to go over $130)
 
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No, that likely just means that you have neglected to set the memory to it's XMP, AMP or DOCP profile settings in the bios and is only running at 2133mhz with 1.2v.

Your motherboard DOES support that speed, up to 3200mhz.

It COULD be a problem with it being a part number that uses an IC (Memory chip) on the module that Ryzen doesn't like, but I doubt it. It is MORE likely that you need to update your motherboard bios to the latest version that is available, then reset your BIOS afterwards, set the XMP profile and try again. Samsung B-die modules are nice to have, and do tend to be tolerated better by Ryzen, but at this late stage of the game practically any DDR4 memory will work if you buy it in a matched set and have the latest bios version installed OR have a B450/X470 motherboard.

If it turns out to not like your memory, ANY part number listed on the following page, even those that are NOT B-die modules, has been verified to work with Ryzen.

https://www.overclock.net/forum/18051-memory/1627555-ryzen-memory-ic-collection-thread.html

Click below for some help on memory issues.


*Resolving memory problems and setting up XMP/DOCP/AMP profiles


 
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So I do have the latest bios for my motherboard, I updated it last month. I believe in doing that i reset the bios, not 100% on that but i will retry.
 
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Setting it from AXMP to xmp1 and 2 makes the issues MUCH worse. When opening a game the system locks up completely. The power button does nothing, the PC doesn't even BSOD. So i put it back to AXMP
 
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Updating the bios does not ALWAYS, in every case, do a hard reset of the bios. It will usually reset most settings, and in some cases ALL settings, but what it will NOT do is reset the hardware tables used by the BIOS and EFI boot manager and in some cases I've actually upgraded BIOS versions and not seen a lot of changes to settings at all. Usually, that has been on older boards, but I suspect it could largely depend on the OEM as well.

I would at least TRY a hard reset, by pulling the CMOS battery for five minutes and then resetting your custom settings in the bios that you might need to based on your preferences.

Also, I do not see those modules listed anywhere as Ryzen compatible, which doesn't mean they won't work at their rated profile settings necessarily, but it could be a bit more complex than just setting XMP and going from there. You might need to use the Ryzen calculator (Google it) and manually set the primary timings and voltage based on the results. Worth a try anyhow.
 
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I dont know if I am comfortable doing that, I have no idea what i am doing and I dont want to break my pc more.
 
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Ok, then this would be my advice if you are not willing or able to do the advanced configurations necessary, in some cases, to get high speed memory to run AT high speed, on some Ryzen systems.

I'd start by returning that memory if possible. If not, then maybe you can sell it to recoup your costs. Then, as Meanmachine indicated, you might want to buy memory modules that ARE Samsung B-die modules, which Ryzen likes and plays nice with far better than it does other modules using different, lower quality ICs (Memory chips).

You can find a list of Samsung B-die modules at the following link, but suffice to say that pretty much any 3000mhz or faster DDR4 module with a CAS latency of 14 is probably a B-die module.

https://www.overclock.net/forum/18051-memory/1627555-ryzen-memory-ic-collection-thread.html


Then, if that isn't enough to get the job done, you might want to consider a higher end board with a newer chipset. B450 and X470 have much better memory compatibility with a broader range of memory modules and configurations than the older Ryzen chipsets. If you can't get the hardware you have to work the way you want, then I guess getting the hardware that's been already refined to support the same types of features you are trying to accomplish is the next and perhaps only step.
 
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Thank you so much! Your are very helpful :D
 
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Yeah, it will be glorious when i can finally play a game after a year and and a half of building my pc.
 
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