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Something to look forward to: TeamGroup aims to "push the boundaries" of memory technology with new DDR5 kits that deliver overclocking performance on both Intel and AMD motherboards. While this solution isn't entirely new, it is expected to gain broader adoption from more chip manufacturers in the future.
Taiwanese manufacturer TeamGroup recently introduced its new "dual-mode" DDR5 memory modules, designed to support one-click overclocking on both Intel and AMD systems. The DDR5 modules will be available through the company's gaming brand, T-Force, as well as the T-Create line, which targets creators.
TeamGroup, known for its DDR kits, solid-state drives, and other memory-related products, offers these new DRAM modules to either prioritize top performance (T-Force) or ensure stable and efficient speeds (T-Create). The DDR5 kits are fully compatible with Intel XMP 3.0 (Extreme Memory Profile) and AMD EXPO (Extended Profiles for Overclocking) standards.
Both XMP and EXPO simplify overclocking by allowing users to bypass manual timing adjustments in the motherboard firmware, offering an easier way to optimize memory performance. TeamGroup recommends pairing the new DDR5 kits with the latest AMD X870E and Intel Z790 platforms, suggesting Intel 14th Gen and AMD Zen 5 processors will be required to maximize performance.
The dual-mode modules will be available in eight different speeds, ranging from 6,400 MHz to 8,000 MHz. TeamGroup offers two "capacity options" with kits that include either 2 x 16 GB or 2 x 24 GB modules. The company suggests that the 24 GB sticks are better suited for memory-intensive applications like DaVinci Resolve or Google Chrome. As a result, users dealing with larger computing workloads are encouraged to choose the bigger kit for smoother performance.
TeamGroup has confirmed that dual-mode overclocking support will be featured in six T-Force kits: Xtreem ARGB DDR5, Xtreem DDR5, Delta RGB DDR5, Deltaα RGB DDR5, Vulcan DDR5, and Vulcanα DDR5. The T-Create Expert DDR5 modules will also support dual-mode overclocking.
Additionally, the company is collaborating with major motherboard manufacturers (ASRock, Asus, Biostar, Gigabyte, MSI) to validate QVL (Qualified Vendor List) compatibility, ensuring that the DDR5 dual-mode kits work seamlessly across a wide range of motherboards. The QVL includes memory kits that have been successfully tested for compatibility with specific motherboard models.
TeamGroup has not yet announced when the DDR5 kits will be available for purchase or how much they will cost. Dual-mode memory kits, supporting both XMP and EXPO, were introduced by Corsair earlier this year, and there's hope that this technology will become more common among memory manufacturers as DDR5 adoption continues to grow.