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Your CPU isn't slow—your RAM settings are holding it back

MakeUseOf·Digvijay Kumar·29 days ago
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Published May 3, 2026, 2:30 PM EDT Digvijay is a Computer Science graduate with a deep passion for technology. His journey into tech writing began in 2018 with software and product reviews, and he’s been exploring the digital space ever since. He joined MUO as a full-time writer in 2022, where he covers how-tos, explainers, and tech guides focused on Android, entertainment, and the internet. Digvijay has previously contributed to several reputable publications, including Alphr , GuidingTech , TheWindowsClub , and MakeTechEasier . Outside of writing, he enjoys traveling and learning about different cultures, as he believes new experiences spark creativity. There's a setting in your BIOS that controls how fast your RAM runs . On almost every system, it defaults to a speed well below what your RAM supports, so the system can boot reliably on any hardware. Reaching the full speed means changing one setting that nobody flags for you during setup. Here's what that default costs your CPU and how to change it.…

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