Question What 64GB RAM config for 2970wx?

AppuKoshy

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I am looking to build a 2970wx system and here are the main specs that I have chosen:
2970wx
ASUS X399E- Gaming (or) Zenith Extreme Alpha
GeForce 2080 Super

I get confused a lot when it comes to RAM speeds and CL timings, quad channel, dual channel configs, etc.
I am looking to put in 64GB of memory (preferably RGB from Corsair or G.Skill), but I am not sure what configuration and CL timings to get.
Should i go with 16x4 or 8x8? What speeds and CL timings are good for those?
I tried visiting the QVL for the mobo, but I am not getting a definitive answer.

My main purpose of the build would be 3D modeling, CPU and GPU rendering and very minimal gaming.

Please help me out tech gurus!
 

Golgatha

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I'd go with this one from the QVL document.

CORSAIR CMD128GX4M8A2666C15(Ver4.31)(XMP) 128GB ( 8x 16GB )

They qualified 128GB at 1.2V, so I'd do 16GBx4 configuration. This leaves you room for expansion and puts you on the safe side of getting a 64GB configuration up and running. Corsair kits at any speed grade are on the list for 16GBx4, but they require more voltage for stability.