16GB to 32GB RAM (DDR3) with 4790k (maximum output)
16GB to 32GB RAM (DDR3) with 4790k (maximum output)
Hello, would you consider increasing the memory from 16GB (2x8) to 32GB DDR3 by purchasing two additional 8GB modules for 4790k? There’s a good deal right now: 2x8GB 2133 GSKILL Ares for 48€ (model F3-2133C11D-16GAR, offered by G.SKILL International Enterprise Co., Ltd.). It’s also compact and fits under your NH-U14S. TL;DR: Do you think prices for DDR3 will drop in the next couple of years, or will they become scarcer and cost more? For the past decade 16GB has sufficed, except during heavy virtualization workloads like running multiple VMs or doing bruteforce coding. Even though Windows 11 isn’t officially supported and Windows 10 EOL is approaching soon, I’ve been testing this setup with Windows 11 without issues—performance matches or stays within a margin of error compared to Windows 10. So unless the CPU or modules fail, I don’t see a need to upgrade. Even if you chose to replace everything, I’d prefer keeping this system for home lab or NAS use. Would you take this offer, or do you think it’s not worth it? Thanks!
DDR3 RAM at 1600MT/s is very affordable. I have limited knowledge about DDR3 2133, but it seems like a solid option since the cheapest €/GB kit is around €55. I don’t know your location or your current RAM setup, so if possible, try to match the exact same package.
It's likely the DDR2 version is what you're seeing now, and DDR3 has been rising in price recently. At 48€ for 2x8GB of DDR3, it's not bad, but it's not the lowest I've encountered. I wouldn't invest more just for RAM here—save every penny for a better upgrade instead.
You own a 4790k with 32GB and a 4770 non-K with 32GB, both suited for home server tasks.