B450 motherboards paired with 128GB RAM.
B450 motherboards paired with 128GB RAM.
Hello everyone, I’m looking for a replacement for my current setup (Core I5 2500 with 32GB RAM). I’m mainly interested in a Ryzen 5 3600 with a B450 motherboard. Someone has tested B450 boards with 128GB of RAM? I’m not into gaming at all—just a machine for programming, using Visual Studio, Android Studio, and occasionally video editing. I understand X570 supports 128GB, but those high-end options are quite pricey in my country (Uruguay). I’d appreciate any advice. Thanks in advance.
Interesting. A quick search reveals Gigabyte has a board that supports 4x 32GB RAM in all four slots, though it's limited to one type of RAM. You can find more details here: https://www.crucial.com/usa/en/ct32g4dfd8266 (updated link). There might be other options, but they're quite rare and mainly for AM4. This could be the only board and RAM kit that fits this configuration right now. Apologies for the confusion and the major changes.
He mentioned he would code it, stating that a suitable algorithm could consume every available memory.
My system runs on 32GB RAM, but occasionally I require extra capacity and switch to my partner's machine with 64GB. Handling large amounts of data makes more memory beneficial, and I prefer focusing on RAM and processor upgrades rather than a costly motherboard. I’d like to invest in a new machine that offers expandability without needing a pricier board, and I’m okay spending on RAM and CPU. A simpler solution could be adding three Chrome tabs.
i’ll share a bit about my situation. I’m based in Uruguay, and I can purchase RAM from the USA—four 32GB sticks at a time. We have a franchise that lets us buy three sets for around $200 each. The RAM here might cost more than $1000 easily. My motherboard is an X570, priced at about $250. The CPU I’d like is Ryzen, but it’s likely more expensive in the US. That’s why I favor buying RAM locally, keeping the motherboard simple and opting for a solid CPU instead of extra features. I read some Reddit posts from people using over 64GB in B450 boards, so I’m looking for real-world data before deciding. If I don’t find reliable info, I might have to invest in a high-end X570, though it seems unnecessary for my needs.