Comparing a single RAM stick versus a full RAM kit in dual-channel mode.
Comparing a single RAM stick versus a full RAM kit in dual-channel mode.
Your CPU and motherboard support XMP, though the maximum speed listed in the BIOS is 2133 MHz. You might still benefit from using individual RAM sticks to achieve higher speeds than the default limit. Performance can vary depending on the quality of the RAM kits you use.
Mix and match sticks might not be reliable; we can't ensure success. A single 2133 kit seems like the safest choice. If they match in capacity, they should function in dual channel.