Consider your needs carefully before purchasing a completely identical Ram kit.
Consider your needs carefully before purchasing a completely identical Ram kit.
In DDR5 the effort doesn't pay off. With DDR4 you can move from 2 to 4 modules for extra space, but if you're purchasing new RAM just grab two larger modules.
4x8 will outperform 2x16 under the same conditions if you manage to optimize its performance. Running 4x8 will push you toward a dual-ranked memory setup, making a fresh 2x16 configuration a single-ranked option. Booo.