Compare connector types, dimensions, and compatibility standards between the two RAM sticks.

F5F Stay Refreshed Hardware Desktop Compare connector types, dimensions, and compatibility standards between the two RAM sticks.

prannce
Junior Member

02-27-2016, 06:54 AM

You have 8GB DDR3 RAM and are considering adding another identical unit, but the same model is unavailable. If you switch to a different brand or model, focus on compatibility with your current CPU and motherboard. Since you can't upgrade to DDR4, plan for a future PC after graduation.

prannce

02-27-2016, 06:54 AM #1

lNa0
Member

239

03-05-2016, 09:58 AM

Typically it's the die that sets compatibility, some work well together while others clash. Check using a thaiphoon burner or examine the ICs if you don’t have a heat spreader. Also, what RAM do you currently have? A photo would be useful.

lNa0

03-05-2016, 09:58 AM #2

creePRSLYR
Junior Member

03-05-2016, 01:55 PM

Thanks for the guidance. I’ll look into it. I currently have a Corsair XMS 8GB model, and it’s listed on Amazon.com, though it seems unavailable in my region.

creePRSLYR

03-05-2016, 01:55 PM #3

Thanks for the guidance. I’ll look into it. I currently have a Corsair XMS 8GB model, and it’s listed on Amazon.com, though it seems unavailable in my region.