How do I maximize my ram speed?

[clementkalis23]

My HP 14S fq1335AU has a capped memory clock at just 800 mhz, which effectively halved the memory bandwidth. I've tried to look the memory speed configurations inside the BIOS but there's nothing. How can I increase its memory clock to its fullest? 

[Alden4]

Hi @clementkalis23,

Welcome to HP Support Community.

Thank you for posting your query, I will be glad to help you.

It seems that the HP 14 has its memory clock capped, likely due to BIOS or system limitations, which is common in budget or mid-range laptops. Here are some things you can try to potentially resolve or improve the memory clock speed.

• Check for BIOS/UEFI Update: Sometimes, the manufacturer releases BIOS updates that can improve memory settings or unlock more options. You can check HP's support website for any newer versions of the BIOS and see if there's any mention of memory performance improvements or changes in memory clock settings.
• Enable XMP (Extreme Memory Profile): If your system's RAM supports XMP profiles and the motherboard allows it, you could enable it to boost memory speeds. Unfortunately, many pre-built laptops like the HP 14S don’t offer this option in the BIOS, but it's worth checking for any settings related to memory profiles.
• Use Memory Performance Software: Some third-party software (e.g., Thaiphoon Burner or CPU-Z) can provide more details on your memory and can sometimes adjust memory configurations on supported systems. However, in many cases, these software options are more suited for desktop systems.
• Consider Thermal and Power Settings: If your laptop is thermal or power-constrained, it could automatically throttle the memory speed. Check your system's power settings in Windows to ensure it’s set to a high-performance plan. Also, ensure the laptop isn’t overheating, which could cause the memory to be throttled to lower speeds for stability.
• Reinstall RAM (if possible): If you’ve upgraded your memory, check that the RAM is seated properly and compatible with the motherboard. Mis-seated or incompatible RAM might result in the system running at lower speeds.

Unfortunately, if the BIOS does not provide any options to change the memory clock and your system is limited by design, there's not much you can do to unlock higher memory speeds without hardware modifications, which are typically impractical in laptops.

I hope this helps.

Take care and have a good day.

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Alden4

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