In the high-stakes world of extreme performance computing, where every megabyte per second counts, a new king has been crowned. Gigabyte, a leading name in PC hardware, has officially set a staggering new world record for DDR5 memory speed, pushing a single module past the once-unthinkable 13,000 MT/s (Megatransfers per second) milestone.
The feat was accomplished using Gigabyte’s purpose-built Z890 Aorus Tachyon ICE motherboard, an Intel Core Ultra 9 285K processor, and a single ADATA XPG Lancer RGB DDR5 module, signaling a monumental leap in memory performance potential for enthusiasts and overclockers worldwide.
The Record-Breaking Run: Pushing Silicon to its Absolute Limit
The new world record, officially verified and submitted to the overclocking authority HWBOT, now belongs to Gigabyte’s veteran overclocker, HiCookie. The submission details the monumental achievement: a memory frequency resulting in a data transfer rate of 13,034 MT/s.
To put this into perspective, this speed is more than double the stock DDR5-6400 rating of the module used and nearly triple the JEDEC baseline standard of DDR5-4800 that most consumer memory is built upon. This isn't just a small step forward; it's a giant leap for memory-kind.
The hardware combination was meticulously chosen for this record attempt:
- Motherboard: Gigabyte Z890 Aorus Tachyon ICE (specifically designed for extreme overclocking)
- CPU: Intel Core Ultra 9 285K (leveraging its robust memory controller)
- Memory: A single 24GB ADATA XPG Lancer RGB DDR5 module
Achieving such an extreme speed requires more than just powerful components; it demands surgical precision. HiCookie meticulously fine-tuned the system, deactivating all the Efficiency-cores (E-cores) on the 285K processor to reduce signal interference and stabilize the memory controller. The DDR5 module itself was pushed to incredibly loose secondary timings of 68-127-127-127-2, a necessary compromise to achieve such a blistering frequency.
You can view the official world record submission and verify the details for yourself on the HWBOT leaderboards.
The Tools of the Trade: Liquid Nitrogen and Engineering Prowess
In the realm of extreme overclocking, immense speed generates immense heat. To keep the hardware stable at these sub-zero operating temperatures, HiCookie employed liquid nitrogen (LN2) cooling, the standard for record-breaking attempts. This highlights the specialized nature of such achievements, far beyond the realm of typical air or water cooling.
The Z890 Aorus Tachyon ICE motherboard itself is the unsung hero. Designed from the ground up for these exact scenarios, it features robust power delivery, optimized PCB layouts for clean signal integrity, and specialized BIOS options that give overclockers the granular control needed to chase records. This victory serves as a powerful validation of its engineering.
“13K achieved! Huge thanks to ADATA Technology for the stellar memory and to Intel’s Core Ultra 285K—its memory controller is phenomenal,” stated an elated HiCookie following the successful run. “Paired with the GIGABYTE Z890 AORUS TACHYON ICE, we’ve pushed DDR5 beyond 13,000 MT/s.”
More Than Just a Record: Paving the Way for Future Memory Tech
While the average user will never pour liquid nitrogen into their PC, the benefits of extreme overclocking trickle down to mainstream technology. These record-breaking pushes test the absolute limits of silicon, providing invaluable data to engineers about signal integrity, thermal thresholds, and controller capabilities.
This achievement offers a thrilling glimpse into the future of memory technology. With DDR6 memory speculated to arrive around 2027 with baseline speeds starting at roughly 10,000 MT/s, Gigabyte’s record demonstrates the immense headroom that future architectures may possess. If overclockers are already pushing 13,000 MT/s with DDR5, it’s not a stretch to imagine DDR6 eventually being pushed beyond 20,000 MT/s with future advancements.
For now, Gigabyte solidly holds the bragging rights. With the Z890 Aorus Tachyon ICE securing the top three global rankings for DDR5 frequency, the message is clear: for those who demand the absolute utmost in memory performance, Gigabyte is the platform to beat. This record isn't just a number; it's a testament to the relentless pursuit of performance that defines the extreme edge of PC hardware.
