16gb ddr3 at 1333mhz compared to 8gb ddr3 at 2133mhz

Ward12
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01-19-2016, 10:48 AM

Hi, I currently own 16gbs of DDR3 1333mhz RAM that I purchased last year. However, the prices for 2133mhz RAM have dropped significantly, now around $50 for 8gigs. I already have a 2500k overclocked to 4.8ghz and use a lot for gaming, video editing, and Photoshop. I don’t have much extra cash left since I spent a lot this summer and will start fall semesters. I really like the DDR3 2133mhz version, but would 8gigs be worth it compared to the 1333mhz? Thanks in advance for your thoughts. 😛

Ward12

01-19-2016, 10:48 AM #1

Punctuate
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01-19-2016, 01:31 PM

The distinction between 1066mhz and 2133mhz is not significant in terms of real-world effects, especially regarding memory.

Punctuate

01-19-2016, 01:31 PM #2

The distinction between 1066mhz and 2133mhz is not significant in terms of real-world effects, especially regarding memory.

LIWIPO
Junior Member

01-23-2016, 03:51 PM

you wouldn't notice the distinction between 1333MHz and 2133MHz, therefore i wouldn't suggest it

LIWIPO

01-23-2016, 03:51 PM #3

you wouldn't notice the distinction between 1333MHz and 2133MHz, therefore i wouldn't suggest it

thedyl101
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01-23-2016, 04:50 PM

The distinction between 1066mhz and 2133mhz is not significant in terms of real-world effects, especially regarding memory.

thedyl101

01-23-2016, 04:50 PM #4

The distinction between 1066mhz and 2133mhz is not significant in terms of real-world effects, especially regarding memory.

messi298
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02-10-2016, 01:34 PM

Best answer selected by l1nks.

messi298

02-10-2016, 01:34 PM #5

Best answer selected by l1nks.

dDroiidD
Junior Member

02-10-2016, 05:33 PM

It's a straightforward and excellent response. Performance differences would likely only appear in testing, not in actual use.

dDroiidD

02-10-2016, 05:33 PM #6

It's a straightforward and excellent response. Performance differences would likely only appear in testing, not in actual use.

iRaine
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02-10-2016, 06:33 PM

I have an i5 2500k and currently run 8gb of 1333mhz. I seen some benchmarks for my i5 with 1333 ram vs the 2133 and there is some fps boost with the 2133. I think it was around 12 to 15 fps more. I'm going to upgrade and do my own benchmarks. My z68 maxes out at 2133 mhz and I don't feel like upgrading my mobo anytime soon so I'll just do the minor upgrade

iRaine

02-10-2016, 06:33 PM #7

GoodGuyYT
Junior Member

02-11-2016, 07:52 PM

Yes, it's wise to lower your computer's specs for better performance, since less often means faster results.

GoodGuyYT

02-11-2016, 07:52 PM #8

Yes, it's wise to lower your computer's specs for better performance, since less often means faster results.