Im setting up a cpu mining rig too atm. I read that fast ram timing help to get more hashrate, so cl14 is better than cl16. but what about the frequency. is 2666 mhz faster than 2133 e.g.? or is the most important the timing?
Yes, currently the sweet spot for price/performance is 3600mhz cl16. It should be between $60 and $75. For price/performance the 3900x seems to be the best cpu to get.