Yuri "1usmus" Bubliy, the creator behind the DRAM Calculator for Ryzen, has released version 1.5.0 of the popular tool, which brings numerous improvements, including its own integrated MEMBench benchmark and stability test based on MemTest from HCI.
Maximizing memory performance on the AMD Ryzen platform can be a long and mundane process. Thankfully tools like the DRAM Calculator for Ryzen have practically removed the guess work and complexity from the equation. While AMD is Bubliy's partner, the developer created the tool on his own. If you're not familiar with the software, DRAM Calculator for Ryzen automatically detects the installed memory modules and suggests optimized settings to get the most out of them.
Given the nature of Bubliy's relationship with AMD, the memory expert has shared some insights on AMD's forthcoming Ryzen 3000-series processors and corresponding high-end X570 chipset. He believes that DDR4-5000 will be the maximum configurable memory speed on the new breed of AMD motherboards. In retrospective, the very first AMD Ryzen motherboards debuted with a very low threshold in the DDR4-3000 to DDR4-3200 range. As the platform matured, the threshold was eventually increased. It goes without saying that it's mighty exciting to see Zen 2 with such a high memory threshold out of the gate.
While the new version of DRAM Calculator for Ryzen comes with multiple changes and bug fixes, the integrated benchmark and stability test are the features that stand out the most. The MEMBench benchmark allows you to evaluate and compare your system's existing and expected memory performance. On the other hand, HCI MemTest will test the stability of your memory overclock. HCI MemTest has become pretty much the authority on memory stability testing for DDR4 memory, so you'll be in good hands.
Version History v1.5.0.5 (May 7th, 2019)
Fixed crash when you click "save settings" on Main tab
Fixed error in the names (RRDS / RRDL), tab MEMbench
Updated information in the tab "About"
Fixed AFR save preset (3200-3333mhz)
Version History v1.5.0 (May 7th, 2019)
Main Changes
Added feature to compare current system timings with recommended ones. Turns on with the button "Compare timings".
Added the ability to select the topology of the motherboard. Sheet box with the name "Topology". The meaning of this undertaking is a more accurate prediction of procODT / RTT settings. Of course, the function is not perfect and with each update of the calculator the prediction accuracy will increase.
Partially cleaned the "Main" tab of information that is not used and clutters the user interface. This is a small advance towards the ease of use of this application.
SOC voltage prediction blocks have undergone significant changes for each generation of Ryzen processors.
Another recommendation is temporarily added to the CAD_BUS block.
Recycling of most presets for each type of memory. The reason is simple - new bios make new adjustments.
Block "Misc items" received new prediction algorithms. In particular, the GDM prediction.
Improved support for system configurations consisting of 4 DIMMs.
Improved algorithm for calculating profiles "Debug".
Corrections of sudden crash programs in the calculations.
Fixed a problem when during the import of the html profile the memory type was automatically switched to Samsung b-die mode.
Added button link to system setup guide using Ryzen DRAM Calculator. This button is located in the "Help" tab.
Updated information in the "About" tab and added feedback to me via Twitter.
Support for processors with 1 to 32 threads (temporary restrictions) .
Error within 0.5%.
Automatic determination of the number of threads in the system.
Unified rating for desktop and HEDT processors (AMD and Intel).
Qualitatively implemented multi-threading.
Thanks to the HCI 6 kernel (freeware), this product is free for the end user. I also want to note that this version is not modified (does not contain hacks).
Complete absence of the influence of the processor frequency on the benchmark result.
The result is affected by each timing (picture with themes, see below).
Ability to work in the mode of ordinary memory check with a fixed delayed stop at a certain stage and this stage is determined by you.
Four presets for benching "Easy mode", "Default mode", "Custom mode" and "Memtest".
Easy mode is designed specifically for systems with a small amount of installed RAM.
Easy to use benchmark, you need to select only MEMbench mode and click "Run".
Provision of full-fledged system information for the Ryzen processors (for Intel, the timing-determining block is not yet connected).
Ability to save two own results for further comparison.
Display information in the chart.
A window-table with information about the current state of benching or memory checking.
"Screenshot" Button
All possible protection against situations of low memory in the system.
Does not use swap file.
Loyal stress CPU test in "Default mode".
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While the new version of DRAM Calculator for Ryzen comes with multiple changes and bug fixes, the integrated benchmark and stability test are the features that stand out the most. The MEMBench benchmark allows you to evaluate and compare your system's existing and expected memory performance.
DRAM Calculator for Ryzen helps with overclocking your memory on the AMD Ryzen platform. It suggests stable memory timing sets optimized for your memory kit, for example B-die. Using Ryzen DRAM calculator you can achieve higher memory overclocks with better stability.
When you run 3600 Ram (which has a "clock" of 1800 MHz) all is in sync, which is generally regarded as optimum. Though higher speed ram will probably work, there is vastly diminishing return beyond 3600 MHz RAM.
DRAM is often used in PCs, laptops, smartphones, and tablets as well as many other types of computing devices. Simply put, it provides temporary storage for files that are used when the computer is running programs or applications.
3200MHz clock speed for RAM is considered as the sweet spot for the Ryzen 3000 series processors. For any CPU, all memory modules are good enough to run the computer. The bare minimum which is required for good gaming performance is 2666MHz.
The RAM speed for the optimized performance for the Ryzen 3000 series processors or "Sweet Spot" is 3600Mhz. So in that respect you have a good RAM speed for your Ryzen 3600 processor. Most motherboards doesn't have many RAM Sets of 128GB that shows it to be compatible.
SO, IS DDR5 BETTER THAN DDR4? With all the major improvements from DDR4 to DDR5 mentioned in this article, it is fair to say, yes, DDR5 is better across the board in terms of features and benefits. Check out the full range of CORSAIR DDR5 Memory.
What Should the DRAM Frequency Be Set to? Tune your DRAM speed to the maximum speed your RAM allows, or, if our CPU can't accept the maximum speed of your ram, tune it to the resonant speed your CPU allows. If something goes wrong, you should change the DRAM back to 1333 MHz and make sure the default voltage is 1.5V.
The primary functionality of this feature is to Curve Optimizer tune the AVFS curve of the entire CPU or specific cores of the CPU such that the tuning overrides the fixed curves that they are fused with, resulting in an increased CPU performance. How to access Curve Optimizer feature in Ryzen Master?
RAM is like a temporary workspace – it's where your calculator would store data while it's working on a problem. Imagine you're doing a long calculation, and you need to store some intermediate results before getting the final answer. That's where RAM comes into play.
Ryzen processors have historically proven more sensitive to RAM speed than their Intel Core counterparts, so we expect to see even greater performance gains from high frequency RAM on our AMD test bed. As in part one, in-game frame-rates are the primary focus here, with three CPU-heavy games tested.
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