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Consider upgrading with new RAM or adding another kit.

Consider upgrading with new RAM or adding another kit.

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pascualfamily2
Junior Member
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02-23-2019, 11:28 AM
#1
Hello! For your current setup, I’d suggest evaluating both options carefully. A 2x16 3600 C18 kit offers more total capacity and better performance, while the 2x8 3000 C15 provides a smaller upgrade with lower power consumption. Consider your workload and budget before deciding.
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pascualfamily2
02-23-2019, 11:28 AM #1

Hello! For your current setup, I’d suggest evaluating both options carefully. A 2x16 3600 C18 kit offers more total capacity and better performance, while the 2x8 3000 C15 provides a smaller upgrade with lower power consumption. Consider your workload and budget before deciding.

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Saantos
Junior Member
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02-24-2019, 05:11 PM
#2
I upgraded from 16 gb to 32 gb with the same specs and brand. Since I couldn't locate an exact color kit, I reset my memory to get four matching sticks. I sold my old memory at a good price to cover the replacement costs. (3200 mhz, CL 16)
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Saantos
02-24-2019, 05:11 PM #2

I upgraded from 16 gb to 32 gb with the same specs and brand. Since I couldn't locate an exact color kit, I reset my memory to get four matching sticks. I sold my old memory at a good price to cover the replacement costs. (3200 mhz, CL 16)

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PvtStoner
Senior Member
599
02-24-2019, 09:04 PM
#3
I would replace the old RAM with the new one. The higher frequency seemed to offer some performance gains, though I’m not sure just how significant they were.
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PvtStoner
02-24-2019, 09:04 PM #3

I would replace the old RAM with the new one. The higher frequency seemed to offer some performance gains, though I’m not sure just how significant they were.

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samigurl0903
Senior Member
603
02-27-2019, 07:12 AM
#4
They're tough to locate, so I prefer suggesting 2x16GB options.
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samigurl0903
02-27-2019, 07:12 AM #4

They're tough to locate, so I prefer suggesting 2x16GB options.

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TeaGid
Member
175
02-28-2019, 06:00 AM
#5
I can quickly locate the specific model since they remain available. I’m not too concerned with appearance.
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TeaGid
02-28-2019, 06:00 AM #5

I can quickly locate the specific model since they remain available. I’m not too concerned with appearance.

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dcanuso
Member
108
02-28-2019, 07:27 AM
#6
Occasionally variations of the same design exist. Regardless, 2x16 seems to be a superior choice.
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dcanuso
02-28-2019, 07:27 AM #6

Occasionally variations of the same design exist. Regardless, 2x16 seems to be a superior choice.

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193over71
Member
169
03-01-2019, 09:28 PM
#7
Gotcha! This is a genuine question, as I don't know much about RAM. Isn't it slightly better to have 4 sticks though, in dual rank? I really don't know the benefits of either setting.
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193over71
03-01-2019, 09:28 PM #7

Gotcha! This is a genuine question, as I don't know much about RAM. Isn't it slightly better to have 4 sticks though, in dual rank? I really don't know the benefits of either setting.

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flamex123456
Member
227
03-03-2019, 07:49 AM
#8
Dual rank RAM is a distinct characteristic of memory modules. It generally offers improved performance. It might take a moment to elaborate, but using two sticks is typically not significantly slower compared to four standard single-rank sticks in most tests.
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flamex123456
03-03-2019, 07:49 AM #8

Dual rank RAM is a distinct characteristic of memory modules. It generally offers improved performance. It might take a moment to elaborate, but using two sticks is typically not significantly slower compared to four standard single-rank sticks in most tests.

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Terrafin3015
Member
183
03-03-2019, 02:59 PM
#9
Thanks! I'll go with 2x16GB.
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Terrafin3015
03-03-2019, 02:59 PM #9

Thanks! I'll go with 2x16GB.

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farazofbuscus
Member
212
03-23-2019, 09:14 PM
#10
I would receive a new kit. A 20% boost in infinity fabric speed brings noticeable gains for CPU performance, while reducing controller stress leads to better stability and eliminates the risk of mismatched dimming problems. Solving RAM-related issues becomes much easier.
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farazofbuscus
03-23-2019, 09:14 PM #10

I would receive a new kit. A 20% boost in infinity fabric speed brings noticeable gains for CPU performance, while reducing controller stress leads to better stability and eliminates the risk of mismatched dimming problems. Solving RAM-related issues becomes much easier.

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