Foolishly inexpensive DDR5 4800MHz chipset
Foolishly inexpensive DDR5 4800MHz chipset
Even though the 4800 CL40 isn't widely favored, it might still be worth considering if it offers significant savings compared to similar models. In your country, you're getting a 16GB ADATA stick for around $37, matching the price of an 8GB 5200 from other brands. Think about whether the cost advantage justifies choosing DDR5 4800 over other options.
Are you using a system that supports DDR4, or would you prefer DDR5 despite the higher cost? The platform you're working with is what I need to know.
I'm working with an DDR4 system and thinking about upgrading to something better for family use. The AMD R53600 32GB with 3200Mhz is already quite old, and the AMD Ryzen 7 5360X2E offers more room for CPU upgrades compared to the Ryzen 5 5600X. Compared to the $37 DDR5 deal, the 16GB DDR4 sticks you can find are priced similarly or higher, making the upgrade more cost-effective.
The problem lies in the 4800 cl40's sluggish speed. It's significantly slower than a 6000MHz cl36, especially for certain tasks. Think of the 4800MHz cl40 as roughly a 2400MHz cl18 with DDR4. Interestingly, DDR4 often outperforms it in actual performance.
The situation is tricky—buying DDR4 boards now might lead to waste, but the data suggests 4800MHz RAM is still being produced. For moving forward to DDR5, aim for a stable clock speed that matches your system’s needs without compromising performance.
You’re not focusing on a CPU upgrade because there are plenty of strong choices available right now.
I intend to transfer the existing CPU and board to your family computer which currently runs an almost decade-old Xeon E3-1231v3. It looks like my choices are: 1. purchasing another R5 3600 chipset for the family machine while retaining my own (R5 3600 + RTX3090); 2. enhancing my current unit and relocating the existing setup to the family computer. As you can see, I already need a new board, so acquiring another D4 board seems risky right now (perhaps D5 is just as risky too). My hesitation about AM4 processors stems from their price being significantly lower than a 7600.
You're wondering whether to purchase 16GB (two 8GB modules) or 32GB (two 16GB modules) for the new setup. It seems like you're considering a price point of $37, which makes sense given your previous discussion. Switching from 32GB to 16GB would be unusual for a new system. DDR5 kits with two 16GB modules are similar in cost to two 8GB units. You should evaluate the entire system and specify your needs. Adding more RAM across the whole PC—like $50 extra for faster performance—doesn't seem excessive. A 6000/CL30 is quite efficient, especially on AM5 platforms. Unless you're targeting an A620 model, stick with DDR5. If you decide to go with DDR5, make sure it's done correctly. Go big or go home. Otherwise, a budget DDR4 B550 would be fine, depending on your requirements.