Consider the benefits of moving to DDR4 and compare performance gains against the cost of the upgrade.

F5F Stay Refreshed Hardware Desktop Consider the benefits of moving to DDR4 and compare performance gains against the cost of the upgrade.

Gabokazu
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05-17-2016, 06:37 AM

You can still make improvements even with just one RAM slot and DDR4 support. Consider upgrading to a dual-channel setup or adding more RAM if possible.

Gabokazu

05-17-2016, 06:37 AM #1

You can still make improvements even with just one RAM slot and DDR4 support. Consider upgrading to a dual-channel setup or adding more RAM if possible.

WhyYouSoDarude
Member

05-17-2016, 08:46 AM

It depends on the price; if you can find a reasonably priced used option.

WhyYouSoDarude

05-17-2016, 08:46 AM #2

It depends on the price; if you can find a reasonably priced used option.

Tenniskoppens
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06-04-2016, 05:26 PM

Let's check for any variation in results.

Tenniskoppens

06-04-2016, 05:26 PM #3

Let's check for any variation in results.

Phant0mPulse
Member

06-04-2016, 06:57 PM

Nobody knows except you. Are you close to max. RAM size when using your laptop? If so an upgrade could be helpful when you need more RAM. If not, no point in upgrading

Phant0mPulse

06-04-2016, 06:57 PM #4

Nobody knows except you. Are you close to max. RAM size when using your laptop? If so an upgrade could be helpful when you need more RAM. If not, no point in upgrading

kip1113
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06-05-2016, 01:22 AM

Discussing the memory's speed involves examining how quickly it accesses data.

kip1113

06-05-2016, 01:22 AM #5

Discussing the memory's speed involves examining how quickly it accesses data.

Micky_CT
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06-05-2016, 02:45 AM

Typically laptops are limited to one memory type. If you have DDR3 installed, adding DDR4 is unlikely. The motherboard decides whether to use DDR4, DDR3L, or soldered LPDDR3, making it fixed. You’ll need to confirm your setup—likely 8 GB DDR3 or DDR4 soldered—and check the available slots using tools like Aida64 or CPU-Z.

Micky_CT

06-05-2016, 02:45 AM #6

Tommy4413
Junior Member

06-17-2016, 04:25 PM

I wasn't sure about the details, but you're considering swapping a 8GB DDR3 stick for a 16GB DDR4 stick. It might improve performance, depending on your system.

Tommy4413

06-17-2016, 04:25 PM #7

I wasn't sure about the details, but you're considering swapping a 8GB DDR3 stick for a 16GB DDR4 stick. It might improve performance, depending on your system.

DrunkMemories
Member

06-22-2016, 03:42 PM

Always verify your laptop's specifications to avoid compatibility issues.

DrunkMemories

06-22-2016, 03:42 PM #8

Always verify your laptop's specifications to avoid compatibility issues.

Knobi6
Junior Member

06-22-2016, 05:04 PM

The processor that handles DDR3 and DDR4 indicates the CPU, not the motherboard. I can confidently state with some certainty that your laptop is compatible only with DDR3. Feel free to provide the exact model if you need a definitive answer.

Knobi6

06-22-2016, 05:04 PM #9