Comparing 12GB and 16GB RAM for gaming highlights differences in performance and capacity.

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Aushellos
Junior Member

12-09-2016, 06:15 AM

Hello everyone, I hope you're doing well. I'm considering a RAM upgrade and have 8GB of DDR3 at 1600MHz in dual channels. I'm wondering if moving to 16GB would be a worthwhile investment compared to the current 12GB. Would there really be a noticeable improvement? Your opinions would be appreciated. Thanks!

Aushellos

12-09-2016, 06:15 AM #1

crazyone23
Member

147

12-09-2016, 09:31 PM

I'm here to help with your questions. Just make sure you're within your system's memory limits for the best experience.

crazyone23

12-09-2016, 09:31 PM #2

I'm here to help with your questions. Just make sure you're within your system's memory limits for the best experience.

Aeonfinis
Junior Member

12-11-2016, 03:25 PM

Based on your previous advice, a 16GB will perform better than 12GB since it uses DDR3 and allows the memory controller to handle the same size/speed modules more efficiently.

Aeonfinis

12-11-2016, 03:25 PM #3

Based on your previous advice, a 16GB will perform better than 12GB since it uses DDR3 and allows the memory controller to handle the same size/speed modules more efficiently.

mon43
Junior Member

12-15-2016, 09:28 AM

If you shared your PC details, it’s good to know 12GB works for 1080p gaming. Most games don’t need more than that unless you’re doing other tasks at once. 16GB gives more peace of mind, but 12GB is fine if your setup can handle it.

mon43

12-15-2016, 09:28 AM #4

Aldrin10
Member

12-17-2016, 10:07 AM

Typically it's better to install 1-2 RAM sticks per CPU channel. That means around 2-4 sticks in total. Using three sticks on a dual-channel setup will reduce performance.

Aldrin10

12-17-2016, 10:07 AM #5

Typically it's better to install 1-2 RAM sticks per CPU channel. That means around 2-4 sticks in total. Using three sticks on a dual-channel setup will reduce performance.

Trevster98
Junior Member

12-18-2016, 06:24 AM

12GB works best with the older triple-channel boards.

Trevster98

12-18-2016, 06:24 AM #6

12GB works best with the older triple-channel boards.

alexbertil
Junior Member

12-20-2016, 07:19 AM

Another option exists with a 2+4+2+4 setup as well.

alexbertil

12-20-2016, 07:19 AM #7

Another option exists with a 2+4+2+4 setup as well.

RiceBoi__
Member

12-20-2016, 02:03 PM

I tested an 8,4,8,4 configuration for a year and a half. Achieved better timing than the standard 8,x,8,x setup. However, I eventually had to replace my 4GB cards.

RiceBoi__

12-20-2016, 02:03 PM #8

I tested an 8,4,8,4 configuration for a year and a half. Achieved better timing than the standard 8,x,8,x setup. However, I eventually had to replace my 4GB cards.