XMP advantages? if any?

[spluff]

I have 3000 XMP memory but running on standard... 6700k Hero board

Is there any advantage of using the XMP profile? Will PC run quicker etc?

[Nate152]

Hi spluff

At default settings your ram is running at 2133MHz. XMP sets your ram to its rated specs with the click of a button, you can use XMP or set your ram manually.

[rickytuk]

I'm guessing you spent extra money to buy RAM rated for that speed so it's silly not to use it. It might have been better to ask if faster ram is worth it before purchasing but since you've already got the sticks you might as well run them at full speed.

[spluff]

yeah I should have

but running at 3000 xmp speed I will notice anything?

[Chino]

Some programs benefit from faster memory. 2400MHz is pretty much the sweet spot for DDR4.

[NemesisChild]

Memory above 2133MHz is considered an overclock on this platform.

[spluff]

so its just overclocking the memory not the processor by using xmp?

[Nate152]

Yes give it a try with XMP, if it gives you any problems you can try it manually and raising vccio and cpu system agent voltages a little.

You'll gain anywhere from 1-3 Frames per second going from 2133MHz to 3000MHz and could help feel a little snappier.