Consider a 16Gb or 32Gb RAM based on your gaming needs.
Consider a 16Gb or 32Gb RAM based on your gaming needs.
The requirements don't seem to increase dramatically to 32GB anytime soon. Right now 16GB works well, and 8GB was the longest time it lasted. I think moving to 24GB would be a more realistic next step, though even that might take some time. Disclaimer: Just a note, Microsoft Flight Sim stands apart from the rest...
16 gb provides ample capacity for most games and serves as an ideal balance for handling multiple tasks.
Choosing 32GB implies cutting something else from your system (CPU, GPU, motherboard, storage, etc.). Opt for 16GB instead. It still works well for a modern gaming PC, except in rare scenarios like running MSFS2020 or other high-consumption games. It's also simpler to upgrade—adding another 2x8GB kit later is straightforward.
16GB has long been the standard for most builds, except for the most affordable gaming configurations. I believe we're approaching a point where more people are considering going beyond 16GB. A 24GB setup usually isn't practical for high performance, and it would only become viable if CPU makers adopt tri-channel support in future chips.
Seeking high-speed connectivity with minimal delay. Requires substantial RAM—16GB for top performance. Needs backup systems and extra storage—32GB for smooth multitasking.
It falls somewhere in between, priced lower than 32GB. Offers more value than pagefiling. You won’t be completely out if you hit a single channel bandwidth—just like I cache shadowplay on RAM, it’s similar to how caching on HDD/SSD works. Just keep in mind: 2x8 and 2x4 can add up to 24GB in dual channel. Edit: 4GB dims were mentioned but not confirmed.