Uniko’s Hardware has uncovered some intriguing information regarding the RAM compatibility on ASRock's Z890 Taichi motherboard, particularly when used with Intel's forthcoming Core Ultra 200S (Arrow Lake) processors. There seems to be a clear distinction in the memory speeds that various models of the Arrow Lake CPUs can support.
RAM Speed Differences
As per the findings, the Z890 Taichi motherboard presents something rather peculiar: the K-series Arrow Lake processors can achieve RAM speeds of up to 9066 MHz, while the non-K versions are limited to a maximum of 7200 MHz.
Performance Impact
Generally, faster RAM speeds don’t deliver huge performance enhancements. They typically provide only a minor improvement in aspects like minimum frames per second (FPS) or one percent lows when gaming, and they won’t significantly impact typical desktop activities or video editing tasks.
Integrated GPU Considerations
One area where enhanced RAM could prove beneficial is in boosting the performance of the integrated GPU (iGPU). Therefore, if you intend to utilize the iGPU on Arrow Lake, investing in a high-speed RAM kit might offer you an advantage. Nevertheless, it remains uncertain how well the integrated graphics will perform for gaming until we receive comprehensive reviews of the Arrow Lake processors.
While the difference in RAM speeds may not appeal to everyone, it's unlikely to deter most users. Using a non-K Arrow Lake CPU with a Z890 motherboard is relatively rare, as Z-series motherboards are generally selected for their overclocking potential and are mostly used with K-series processors.
TomsHardware (in English) via @unikoshardware (in English)
