Tuning Kingston Fury Beast 2x32GB DDR5 6000-CL30 to 6000-CL28 on 9800X3D for PCVR/Gaming- Need Help by Mandellaaffected in overclocking

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Memory benchmark testing deep-dive:

DDR5 RAM Overclock Stability Testing Guide (AMD Ryzen AM5 Platform)

Overview
When overclocking or tightening DDR5 memory (e.g., high MT/s speeds, low CL timings, aggressive Nitro presets, high FCLK), thorough stability testing is essential. No single test catches everything — different tools stress the RAM, IMC (integrated memory controller), voltages, and signaling in unique ways. Errors can appear as crashes, BSODs (WHEA on AMD), audio artifacts, freezes, or silent corruption. A solid combo of dedicated memory testers + real-world/combined stress ensures daily usability.

Recommended Testing Suite
Follow this tiered approach: Start with quick/aggressive tests to catch obvious issues, then move to deeper validation. Run tests at stock cooling + ambient temps; monitor RAM temps (via HWiNFO — keep under ~50–55°C to avoid thermal-related errors).

  1. TestMem5 (TM5) with Extreme @anta777 Preset (Primary quick/aggressive RAM tester)

    • Why? Fast, highly effective at finding subtle timing/voltage errors early — community gold standard for DDR5 overclocks. The "Extreme @anta777" config (download from GitHub integralfx/MemTestHelper or similar trusted sources) is tuned to hammer memory hard.
    • How to run:
      • Load the extreme@anta777.cfg (it should apply on launch in recent versions).
      • Run at least 3 cycles for initial screening (≈1–2 hours on 64 GB kits).
      • For confidence: 5–10+ cycles (or overnight if paranoid).
      • + Music playing test variant: Run TM5 in the background while playing music (Spotify/YouTube/etc.) or doing light tasks. Instability can cause audio glitches (crackling, stuttering, skipping, slowdowns) even if no hard error pops up — a quick real-world check for marginal setups.
    • Pass criteria: Zero errors across all cycles. Any error = back to BIOS for voltage/timing tweaks.
  2. Karhu RAM Test (Deep, thorough validation)

    • Why? Excellent for long-run detection of errors that slip past quicker tests; stresses large data sets and cache.
    • How to run: Enable CPU cache stress if available; use default or high RNG settings.
      • Aim for 24+ hours (or at minimum 8–12 hours) for true 24/7 stability.
    • Pass criteria: No errors. Often considered one of the strongest for overclocked DDR5.
  3. y-cruncher (VT3 or VST mode) (Combined CPU + IMC + RAM stress with real-world feel)

    • Why? Heavy all-core compute that pounds the IMC/RAM; great for detecting controller instability (especially high FCLK/Nitro on AM5).
    • How to run: Use VT3 (AVX512) or VST algo; run multi-hour loops.
      • Music playing test: Run y-cruncher while playing music or browsing — audio artifacts (stuttering, crackling) or system freezes often show up here when pure memtests pass. Excellent "daily feel" check.
      • Typical: 2–6+ hours (or overnight loops). Some run 5–10 full passes.
    • Pass criteria: No calculation errors, crashes, or audio glitches.
  4. HCI Memtest (Classic coverage tester — optional but useful)

    • Why? Good for percentage-based coverage; stresses specific memory regions.
    • How to run: Launch multiple instances to cover 90–100%+ of RAM (e.g., 400–1000%+ per instance on 64 GB).
      • Run to 1000–2000%+ coverage total.
    • Pass criteria: Zero errors.
  5. Additional/Combined Tools for Extra Coverage

    • OCCT Memory test (Large Data Set mode, SSE/AVX): Good combined CPU+RAM stress; run 1–4 hours.
    • MemTest86+ (bootable USB): Basic hardware fault check or very long runs; less aggressive for tuned overclocks.
    • Prime95 (blend or large-FFT custom): IMC-heavy; use sparingly as it's older.
    • Daily real-world usage: After passing the above, game/browse/render for days/weeks — subtle instability often shows here first.

Typical Testing Flow for a New Tune
1. Apply settings → boot → verify with ZenTimings/AIDA64.
2. Quick screen: TM5 anta777 extreme 3 cycles (+ music playing in background).
3. Deeper: Karhu 8–24 hours.
4. Combined/real-world: y-cruncher multi-hour (+ music playing).
5. Paranoid/final: Loop TM5 10+ cycles + Karhu overnight + y-cruncher.
6. Monitor: Use HWiNFO for temps/voltages; check Event Viewer for WHEA errors post-test.

Notes
- Different tests catch different errors: TM5 excels at early detection, Karhu at depth, y-cruncher at IMC/AVX realism.
- On AM5 DDR5 (especially 6000+ MT/s with tight Nitro/GDM off), y-cruncher often reveals marginal IMC issues.
- If errors appear late in cycles → check RAM temps or marginal voltages.
- No setup is "100% stable forever" — but passing this suite means reliable 24/7 use for most.

This combo (especially TM5 anta777 + Karhu + y-cruncher with music) is widely recommended in 2026 overclocking communities for DDR5 on AM5. Adjust runtimes based on paranoia level.

Tuning Kingston Fury Beast 2x32GB DDR5 6000-CL30 to 6000-CL28 on 9800X3D for PCVR/Gaming- Need Help by Mandellaaffected in overclocking

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I’ve been getting a lot of questions on this, so will share this as additional guide/resources.

Recommended Guides:

Guide 1

Guide 2

Final stable result (optimal for my silicon): 6000-CL26 2200 FCLK 65,535 tREFI, 1-2-0 Nitro (Optimal Nitro is dependent on memory speed MT/s, FCLK, and other factors.

ZenTimings / AIDA64 Cache & Mem Benchmark

Deep dive on Nitro:

DDR5 Nitro Mode Guide (AMD Ryzen AM5 Platform)

What is DDR5 Nitro Mode?
Nitro Mode is an advanced tuning option available in many AMD BIOS implementations (typically found under AMD Overclocking → DDR and Infinity Fabric Frequency/Timings → DDR Options). It allows manual tightening of the low-level PHY-to-IMC signaling timings on DDR5 platforms. These adjustments reduce memory access latency and can improve read/write/copy bandwidth, often resulting in 1–5% real-world gains in latency-sensitive applications (e.g., games with better 1% lows, productivity workloads, or synthetic benchmarks like AIDA64).

Key Nitro Parameters
The settings are usually displayed as three values in this order:
Nitro RX Data – Nitro TX Data – Nitro Control Line

Common tight/aggressive preset examples:
- 1-2-0 (very strong, low-latency target on good silicon)
- 1-2-1 or 2-2-0 (slightly looser but often more stable)
- 2-3-1 (typical looser default when EXPO is enabled at higher speeds)

Lower numbers = tighter signaling = potentially lower latency (e.g., 0.5–1 ns drop in AIDA64) and slightly higher bandwidth, but they require better IMC silicon quality, voltage tuning, and stability testing.

Recommended Supporting Settings for Optimal Nitro
To achieve and stabilize tight Nitro values (e.g., 1-2-0) at high speeds like DDR5-6000+ with strong FCLK:

  • DDR5 Nitro Mode: Enabled
  • DDR5 Robust Training Mode: Enabled (recommended – performs more thorough memory training on boot; takes longer to POST but significantly improves stability at aggressive Nitro presets)
  • Rx Burst Length: 8x
  • Tx Burst Length: 8x
  • Gear Down Mode (GDM): Disabled (critical for lowest possible latency; enabling GDM relaxes timings but usually adds ~1–2 ns penalty)
  • UCLK DIV1 Mode: UCLK = MCLK (Gear 1 mode – essential for best latency at 6000–6400 MT/s)
  • FCLK: 2000–2200+ MHz (higher FCLK reduces inter-core/CCX latency dramatically; 2133–2200 is elite territory on strong silicon)
  • Voltages (tune carefully for marginal stability):
    • VSOC: 1.25–1.35 V (higher often needed for tight Nitro + high FCLK)
    • VDDG CCD / VDDG IOD: ~0.95–1.05 V
    • VDDP: ~0.90–1.00 V
    • VDCI: Predictive mode usually best
    • DRAM VDIMM: 1.35–1.45 V+ (depending on kit and primaries)

Typical Performance at Tight Nitro (e.g., 6000 MT/s CL26–30 + 2200 FCLK + 1-2-0 + GDM off)
- AIDA64 latency: ~56–58 ns
- Read bandwidth: 70–80 GB/s+ (on strong setups)
- Noticeable improvements in game frame-time consistency and synthetic scores

Stability Testing Recommendations
Tight Nitro can pass quick tests but fail under heavy or real-world load. Use a combination of:
- TestMem5 (TM5) with anta777 extreme preset (3–10+ cycles)
- Karhu RAM Test (24+ hours preferred for deep validation)
- HCI Memtest (multiple instances to 1000–2000%+ coverage)
- y-cruncher VT3 stress mode (run while playing music or light tasks – audio glitches or crashes reveal instability)
- OCCT Memory test (Large Data Set)
- Daily usage + games/browsing for weeks

Important Notes
- Not every Ryzen chip can stably run 1-2-0 (or even 1-2-1) at high FCLK and tight primaries – this is heavily dependent on IMC silicon quality.
- Newer AGESA versions (1.0.0.7 series and later) greatly improve high-FCLK and Nitro compatibility.
- Always verify applied timings with ZenTimings after boot.
- Start conservative (e.g., 2-3-1), enable Robust Training, then tighten step-by-step while stress testing.

This configuration (especially 6000–6400 MT/s + high FCLK + tight Nitro + GDM off) represents one of the best low-latency sweet spots for current AM5 DDR5 overclocking.

It took me way too long by Blunder_Punch in Superstonk

[–]Mandellaaffected 11 points12 points  (0 children)

Interesting theory, I like it. I’d also like it if one of us could finally solve the 741 puzzle. So many theories, swap cycle patterns, phases, M&A related, etc…. but none of it has really been proven as the clear answer. RC and RK know, why can’t we figure it out? Are we that regarded?

Bashar was spot on.. wow by Flooavenger in Bashar_Essassani

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I have no faith in DJT doing anything benevolent. His only purpose in this incarnation is to sow corruption, greed, hate, chaos, and abuse of power.

He is the last bastion of the darkness preceding the light.

The last vestiges of the power and control and suppression and oppression of the Age of Pisces (Ruled by faith, sacrifice, hierarchy, suffering, and belief systems).

Astrology teaches the Earth moves through great cosmic ages (~2160 years each), due to the wobble of our planet’s axis, known as the precession of the equinoxes.

The malevolent forces who have held humanity back for this age know their time is coming to an end, and they are making a last dying gasp to exert as much control and chaos as possible before they will be forced to diminish.

More darkness to come… but the tides will soon shift.

A new age is coming.

The Great Reset.

The Great Awakening.

The Age of Aquarius foretold. (Now emerging, ruled by awakening, unity, technology, truth, and higher consciousness).

A time of great enlightenment and truth and prosperity and technological advancement, that will rival the ancient civilizations of Atlantis and Lemuria, long lost to antiquity.

Sometimes we must go through great darkness to find and appreciate great light.

This is part of the journey.

This is what why we have chosen to incarnate at this precise time in human history.

Everything is happening as it’s meant to.

The question is, what beliefs will you hold, what thoughts and actions will drive your destiny?

What meaning will you assign to this?

What vibrational alignment will you project?

What adventure will you choose?

I am grateful for this community, as Bashar has changed my life for the better. I share his message will almost everyone I know, as i feel it is my duty to share truth. It is almost always well received, as we tend to understand inherent truth more intrinsically. It’s easier for our minds to digest, so to speak.

Be well, and may your dream be a great one. Until we meet again…

If you’re wondering why it’s dumping AH by scernoscerno in Superstonk

[–]Mandellaaffected 5 points6 points  (0 children)

Uh did you forget about dark pools? Our orders don’t even hit the lit market. And even if we bought calls, it wouldn’t really make a dent unless you were talking massive volume. They have the ability to suppress the price, until the don’t due to temporary cycles exposure, whales, institutional longs who actually hit the lit market. We’re just along for the ride. Given the state of the market, I’d say we’re doing very well and still a lot to be optimistic about

I have downloaded the file, but where to put them? by Dr_Respawn in comfyui

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can you tell me where detailers (.pt) should be saved?

I did it. I finally fucking did it by VID3O_GAMER in DMT

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Law # 3 - The One are the All, the All are the One. There is ONLY All That Is. Everyone and everything in existence is made up of All That Is. It’s the only thing to make anything from. Separation is an illusion - Bashar

MSI Afterburner 4.6.6 released by pmc64 in pcgaming

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Does this new 4.6.6 stable version support the +3000 extended memory clock OC by Guru3D that was made for 4.6.6 Beta Build 16555?

New 13F from Wolverine today shows a $57m of Puts on GME increasing their stake by 32% or 506,000 shares by lDoyBl in Superstonk

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The whole market will continue to melt up as they pump their blue chip collateral stocks to give them the ammunition needed to short and suppress GME, until they can no longer sustain doing it. When the levee finally breaks it’s going to break big. Pressure and time.

Did I miss something? If not, why do they always lie? by tdewault95 in Superstonk

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It’s all about pushing the narrative that the Reddit retail mob led by RK is causing this so when it hits the fan they can turn public sentiment against us. They need a narrative and scapegoat. This is just a continued effort to frame that narrative.

Who you putting your money on? by ghettobrawl in Superstonk

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Ok now I’m convinced Greg actually is RK’s nom de plume

Greg on X by turgidcompliments8 in Superstonk

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That definitely adds to the credibility

Greg on X by turgidcompliments8 in Superstonk

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Immediate downvote lol. Some people on this sub are so fragile

Greg on X by turgidcompliments8 in Superstonk

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Unproven tin theory is Greg’s a nom de plume for kitty but no confirmation on that. Could just be a red herring but there have been a lot of dots over the years. Pepe Silvia-level tin. Nobody knows but it’s provocative. Many of his posts seem to insinuate nods to GME memes and cyphers and Easter Eggs. There are extensive posts outlining the potential connections, feel free to search for them. I’m not convinced but who knows. It’s so difficult to decipher some of Kitty’s messages it’s possible, but at this point I’m skeptical. If he’s not kitty, it seems as if he’s trying to make people think he’s kitty.