Comparing 2 RAM dimms with 4 in an Asus z97-WS board (2 channel setup)
Comparing 2 RAM dimms with 4 in an Asus z97-WS board (2 channel setup)
You have a dual-channel setup with two 8GB RAM sticks on your Asus Z97-WS motherboard. Adding more sticks could affect performance, as some boards have speed limits when all four slots are filled. It’s possible that exceeding the supported configuration might cap memory speeds, so you might experience a reduction in performance. Check your specific model’s specifications for exact limits.
According to the site, maximum memory speeds reach 3300. If all sticks match the same specifications, they'll operate at identical frequencies. Even with four sticks, it remains dual-channel, but it adds more pressure on the IMC, potentially causing it to have trouble maintaining the same frequency as with two sticks.