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Looking into ways to expand your 32GB RAM to 64GB in the future.

Looking into ways to expand your 32GB RAM to 64GB in the future.

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Candy_737
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06-03-2016, 02:11 PM
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you're planning to expand your RAM from 32GB to 64GB in the future, but you're working with budget limits. Here are some options:

1. **Buy a single 64GB module** – This is the most straightforward path. It will cost more upfront but fits your timeline and budget.

2. **Use two 32GB kits** – You can purchase two identical dual-channel 32GB sticks (same speed, same capacity). This way you keep your current setup while adding more RAM.

3. **Consider future-proofing** – If you're serious about performance, a 64GB kit is ideal. But if you're just starting out, mixing kits might not be necessary right now.

For your use case (video editing, After Effects, Photoshop, 3D modeling), a 64GB kit gives you more headroom for heavy workloads without needing constant upgrades. Just make sure the sticks are compatible with your motherboard and future upgrades.
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Candy_737
06-03-2016, 02:11 PM #1

you're planning to expand your RAM from 32GB to 64GB in the future, but you're working with budget limits. Here are some options:

1. **Buy a single 64GB module** – This is the most straightforward path. It will cost more upfront but fits your timeline and budget.

2. **Use two 32GB kits** – You can purchase two identical dual-channel 32GB sticks (same speed, same capacity). This way you keep your current setup while adding more RAM.

3. **Consider future-proofing** – If you're serious about performance, a 64GB kit is ideal. But if you're just starting out, mixing kits might not be necessary right now.

For your use case (video editing, After Effects, Photoshop, 3D modeling), a 64GB kit gives you more headroom for heavy workloads without needing constant upgrades. Just make sure the sticks are compatible with your motherboard and future upgrades.

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06-05-2016, 12:07 AM
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You save costs and to address your inquiry, four sticks will put more strain on the memory controller than two. No one can tell you which option is better. Timings will use the slower kit's speed.
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06-05-2016, 12:07 AM #2

You save costs and to address your inquiry, four sticks will put more strain on the memory controller than two. No one can tell you which option is better. Timings will use the slower kit's speed.

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06-05-2016, 07:30 AM
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1. For a smoother experience and to avoid compatibility issues between RAM modules, consider purchasing a new kit—either 2x32 or 4x16.
2. There could be variations even within the same brand and model; sometimes revisions alter the ICs, leading to performance mismatches. This might cause problems like crashes when XMP is enabled or complete failure to boot.
3. Adding more modules can increase stress on the memory controller, though this shouldn't be a concern if you don’t focus on overclocking.
5. Your RAM operates based on the lowest latency among the sticks in your system.
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ayapasdepb
06-05-2016, 07:30 AM #3

1. For a smoother experience and to avoid compatibility issues between RAM modules, consider purchasing a new kit—either 2x32 or 4x16.
2. There could be variations even within the same brand and model; sometimes revisions alter the ICs, leading to performance mismatches. This might cause problems like crashes when XMP is enabled or complete failure to boot.
3. Adding more modules can increase stress on the memory controller, though this shouldn't be a concern if you don’t focus on overclocking.
5. Your RAM operates based on the lowest latency among the sticks in your system.

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