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Deboubleo
Junior Member
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09-07-2021, 06:34 AM
#1
I heard the whispers about DDR5, I won’t rush into it. I stick with my DDR4 budget, don’t want to jump in. Everyone claims it’s a big leap, but I’m curious how much memory actually gets better with it.
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Deboubleo
09-07-2021, 06:34 AM #1

I heard the whispers about DDR5, I won’t rush into it. I stick with my DDR4 budget, don’t want to jump in. Everyone claims it’s a big leap, but I’m curious how much memory actually gets better with it.

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EisTeeKlaus
Senior Member
490
09-27-2021, 12:44 AM
#2
No one compels you, but eventually, new chips will arrive that only work with DDR5, which likely means a different CPU connector. Since current slots don’t support all the required pins for DDR5 memory, you’ll need to replace both the motherboard and the RAM to use the updated processor.
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EisTeeKlaus
09-27-2021, 12:44 AM #2

No one compels you, but eventually, new chips will arrive that only work with DDR5, which likely means a different CPU connector. Since current slots don’t support all the required pins for DDR5 memory, you’ll need to replace both the motherboard and the RAM to use the updated processor.

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subersebastian
Member
74
09-27-2021, 05:43 AM
#3
As mentioned before, nobody will push you. Also, the latest CPUs are sufficient for many years. However, in the end, CPUs will only be compatible with DDR5.
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subersebastian
09-27-2021, 05:43 AM #3

As mentioned before, nobody will push you. Also, the latest CPUs are sufficient for many years. However, in the end, CPUs will only be compatible with DDR5.

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maestrowilldo
Member
142
09-28-2021, 03:39 PM
#4
DDR5 is clearly superior to DDR4. Have you checked how it functions? It's really impressive technology.
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maestrowilldo
09-28-2021, 03:39 PM #4

DDR5 is clearly superior to DDR4. Have you checked how it functions? It's really impressive technology.

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ExplodingNt
Member
107
09-28-2021, 10:32 PM
#5
Many folks in the PC hardware space are learning this: just because an upgrade exists doesn’t automatically mean everything else is flawed. The arrival of DDR5 doesn’t imply DDR4 is suddenly bad...
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ExplodingNt
09-28-2021, 10:32 PM #5

Many folks in the PC hardware space are learning this: just because an upgrade exists doesn’t automatically mean everything else is flawed. The arrival of DDR5 doesn’t imply DDR4 is suddenly bad...

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_MrDay_
Member
215
09-30-2021, 11:58 AM
#6
Absolutely. I just upgraded my old computer to a new one. The previous model works fine, but it doesn’t compare to this new setup.
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_MrDay_
09-30-2021, 11:58 AM #6

Absolutely. I just upgraded my old computer to a new one. The previous model works fine, but it doesn’t compare to this new setup.

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KRC4267
Member
69
09-30-2021, 02:17 PM
#7
It will happen eventually. I believe it could begin similar to DDR4. It may not be significantly quicker or consistently better than top-end DDR chips from the earlier generation. However, in about a year or two the performance gap should become very large.
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KRC4267
09-30-2021, 02:17 PM #7

It will happen eventually. I believe it could begin similar to DDR4. It may not be significantly quicker or consistently better than top-end DDR chips from the earlier generation. However, in about a year or two the performance gap should become very large.

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_SIRENDER_
Member
146
10-01-2021, 04:56 AM
#8
It centers around memory controller improvements, motherboard BIOS support, and related details. DDR5 promises roughly four times the bandwidth compared to previous standards. At launch prices, it will likely be costly, similar to past DDR releases. For the OP, that’s worth considering—DDR3 can still function, right? It’s about staying current. You’re not relying on a first-generation iPhone anymore, are you? It does make a call, doesn’t it?
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_SIRENDER_
10-01-2021, 04:56 AM #8

It centers around memory controller improvements, motherboard BIOS support, and related details. DDR5 promises roughly four times the bandwidth compared to previous standards. At launch prices, it will likely be costly, similar to past DDR releases. For the OP, that’s worth considering—DDR3 can still function, right? It’s about staying current. You’re not relying on a first-generation iPhone anymore, are you? It does make a call, doesn’t it?

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Hydr0ph0bia
Junior Member
41
10-04-2021, 11:20 AM
#9
RAM is only one piece of a larger picture. While DDR5 might become significantly improved, it remains just one component affecting a computer’s overall performance. Probably, DDR5 will gain popularity when paired with specific motherboards. Just as people stop using DDR3 for Z370+ now, RAM upgrades tend to be limited by the system they’re installed in. It’s essentially the next step in RAM technology.
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Hydr0ph0bia
10-04-2021, 11:20 AM #9

RAM is only one piece of a larger picture. While DDR5 might become significantly improved, it remains just one component affecting a computer’s overall performance. Probably, DDR5 will gain popularity when paired with specific motherboards. Just as people stop using DDR3 for Z370+ now, RAM upgrades tend to be limited by the system they’re installed in. It’s essentially the next step in RAM technology.

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ParalyzeArtz
Junior Member
22
10-08-2021, 05:36 PM
#10
It seems you're comparing DDR to SDR. Would you like to know more about how they relate or what each term means?
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ParalyzeArtz
10-08-2021, 05:36 PM #10

It seems you're comparing DDR to SDR. Would you like to know more about how they relate or what each term means?