Overclocking a 2500k with 16 gb of ram vs 8

[Astaldoath]

Would there be big difference in clock speeds I could get if i got say 2 2x4 gb sets of the same ram?

Im considering 16gb for things like the skyrim toolset and other toolsets that take 2-4 gb up themselves.

also if the mobo supports 2133 would that be better or standard 1600 for ocing

[mimart7]

I'm not 100% sure, but I think it's easier to oc with 2 ram sticks. Just buy an 8 gig set (2x4). The egg has plenty that are inexpensive. Make sure you get a set rated at 1.5 v. Unless you're benching, 1600 is fine.

[Nagoshi]

On 155, because you're basically stuck OCing using the multi, it doesnt stress the IMC enough at higher overclocks to make your RAM unstable when using 4 sticks. IMO it wont hurt a OC so long as you dont start pushing the RAM hardcore.

[Astaldoath]

Originally Posted by Nagoshi

On 155, because you're basically stuck OCing using the multi, it doesnt stress the IMC enough at higher overclocks to make your RAM unstable when using 4 sticks. IMO it wont hurt a OC so long as you dont start pushing the RAM hardcore.

ok thats what i wanted to know

[Slizzo]

Take a look at my rig. Haven't even pushed it at all.

[Urbanfox]

Originally Posted by Astaldoath

Would there be big difference in clock speeds I could get if i got say 2 2x4 gb sets of the same ram?

Im considering 16gb for things like the skyrim toolset and other toolsets that take 2-4 gb up themselves.

also if the mobo supports 2133 would that be better or standard 1600 for ocing

16GB shouldn't affect your CPU OC'ing, but it will affect your memory OC'ing. Since Sandy Bridge isn't bandwidth starved, I wouldn't worry about pushing memory that much anyway for everyday use.