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.
Key features of MEMbench
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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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.
They say that for Ryzens it is best to have 3600–4000 MHz. But for gaming purposes You need to look for low CL sticks. Yes, it is enough for a few years but if the budget allows consider changing it to 3200/3600 mhz as ryzen loves faster memory speeds <3.
We recommend being conservative when increasing DRAM voltage. Increasing voltage too much can damage your system. By default, DDR4 runs at 1.2v, while many memory module kits are rated to run at around 1.35v with XMP. Raise your voltage slowly until your system is stable; we recommend not going above 1.4v to be safe.
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.
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.
Will 3600 MHz RAM make a difference with 3200 MHz? If you run a Ryzen cpu, It will make a difference. Ryzen prefers higher speed memory so far that there can be a 5% fps boost even. If you run a Intel cpu, while higher speed memory is nice to have, it doesn't make too much of a noticeable difference.
For basic web browsing and document creation, 4GB or 8GB is usually sufficient. For tasks such as photo editing and streaming media, however, 16GB of RAM may be necessary. For gaming or video editing applications, even higher amounts of RAM (e.g., 32GB) may be needed to ensure optimal performance.
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?
It doesn't strictly need it, but 3600MHz is generally the ideal memory frequency to get the best possible performance out of Ryzen 5000-series CPUs at stock settings. If both kits have similar latency, a Ryzen 5000-series CPU with DDR4-3200 will usually not run significantly slower than with DDR4–3600.
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