Combining different RAM brands
Combining different RAM brands
You can definitely use two different RAM brands as long as they match in speed. Just make sure the performance is comparable. Your current stick is XPG DDR4 at 3000MHz, and the Corsair Vengeance is also around that speed. Buying two different brands won’t affect stability or compatibility as long as the ratings align.
Don't stress about differences, as long as you use the same brands, the chipsets usually come from the same makers (most of the time). You should check the specifications of the RAM you need to match. Even if clock speeds vary, higher-speed chips will adapt well to lower ones, and you’ll likely gain more memory, boosting performance—though speed gains might be limited if lower-clock RAM runs alongside higher ones. At least you’ll have extra space for games and software to load.
Both same brand and speed would not mean that it would work. If it's the same TYPE then its likely going to work unless it's damaged from before. They should be the same GB and SPEED to have the most success if you are planning on mixing them. Else you could gain more experience by testing it out, as it has a chance to work too. Like said above, some of the chips will be the same and some might just work perfectly. Other times you might have to change the settings to make it work. Different thread on it.
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Can't proceed, unsure if it was specified. Still, testing in person is essential. That's why it's not advised for beginners to combine it fully—try it on, and see if it fits your expectations about MHz and GB sizes.