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32GB RAM or 16GB? Your choice depends on your needs and budget.

32GB RAM or 16GB? Your choice depends on your needs and budget.

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FureaMC
Senior Member
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09-29-2016, 07:48 PM
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I’m looking at mixing 2X8 gb 2400 DDR4 modules from another brand. It depends on how you set them up—whether you can fit all four in the available slots and if the brands are compatible. You’ll want to check the compatibility with your motherboard and ensure the memory timings match. If you’re unsure, it’s safer to stick with the same brand or verify the specifications before mixing.
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FureaMC
09-29-2016, 07:48 PM #1

I’m looking at mixing 2X8 gb 2400 DDR4 modules from another brand. It depends on how you set them up—whether you can fit all four in the available slots and if the brands are compatible. You’ll want to check the compatibility with your motherboard and ensure the memory timings match. If you’re unsure, it’s safer to stick with the same brand or verify the specifications before mixing.

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Ippogames
Junior Member
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10-05-2016, 08:56 PM
#2
It really relies on chance. Sometimes various RAM types and brands can function together perfectly, other times they might not boot at all or become unstable. Therefore, I’d just give it a shot and check if it works. Place one model in the slots that match the same color, so it would look like OLD1 NEW1 OLD2 NEW2 or the opposite.
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Ippogames
10-05-2016, 08:56 PM #2

It really relies on chance. Sometimes various RAM types and brands can function together perfectly, other times they might not boot at all or become unstable. Therefore, I’d just give it a shot and check if it works. Place one model in the slots that match the same color, so it would look like OLD1 NEW1 OLD2 NEW2 or the opposite.

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zbob101
Junior Member
45
10-12-2016, 03:59 AM
#3
As long as the speed matches your existing RAM, it should work. It won’t require any expense except for some time to check.
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zbob101
10-12-2016, 03:59 AM #3

As long as the speed matches your existing RAM, it should work. It won’t require any expense except for some time to check.