Choosing between 4x8GB or 2x16GB depends on your needs and system requirements.
Choosing between 4x8GB or 2x16GB depends on your needs and system requirements.
Hey, you're considering a RAM upgrade for your gaming setup. Right now you have two 8GB sticks totaling 16GB. You're weighing options and hearing mixed advice. Some suggest going with four 8GB sticks, while others warn that adding more RAM can actually hurt performance and recommend sticking to two 16GB sticks. Your current rig runs a Ryzen 5 5600G with an AMD B550 chipset. What’s the real deal?
I usually test it in dual channel with two 16-bit channels, since RAM sticks can be tough to run at the advertised rates. You don’t have to immediately discard the old ones; you could sell them if they’re still valuable or keep them just in case your new sticks fail or stop working. Edited December 20, 2024 by Cringe_Master245 Changed wording
The optimal setup for 4x DDR4 sticks involves using identical speed, timing, brand, and model. This ensures better compatibility and minimizes risks. If you have the specific kit in mind and it fits within a budget for repurchase, it's a solid upgrade option that reduces chances of issues.
4 sticks are sufficient, but if you're exceeding the recommended speed for your CPU (3200 MT/s vs 2933 as suggested by @Tetras), performance might suffer. 3200 MT/s is adequate for DDR4. Avoid pairing mismatched RAM speeds and timings to prevent stability problems. Stick with the same setup you previously chose.
Rated for 3200 with 2 sticks, not 4. Find more details on AMD's site (some listings were taken): https://www.amd.com/en/products/processo...800xt.html While it won't fail, AMD views it as less ideal.