just that i concentrate mainly on speed, but i’ll check performance later once i start testing with any tool for ram speed analysis (like linpack or cruncher). Spoiler: i’ve got some weird screen recordings. 8GB sticks only support 1x16, which means four files are slow—dual channel isn’t worth it unless you have at least two sticks. Still, technically quad channels are possible now, though cpuz ddr5 imcs struggle to keep up. Past systems were limited to four or two sticks; today you can run six if you have the right setup. For weaker CPUs and post-10th gen Intel, you hit memory bandwidth limits even with fast clocks. Before 11th gen, this was a big issue, but newer boards handle it better. On older chips like Ryzen CPUs or Intel APUs, you can clock more than four sticks if you have the right configuration. For weaker devices, you’ll run into limits for high-frequency memory access. Pre-11th gen and Ryzen APUs, this is mostly a concern. If you see someone clocking over 4000 with four sticks on platforms like Coffee Lake or Comet Lake, that’s possible, though it’s rare. For older generations, stick to around 6400 MHz as a safe bet. That’s more about platform compatibility than just memory speed. I’m using an x58 and can only go up to CL11 where newer chips support higher speeds. Official specs don’t matter much here—just focus on what you can actually run. If you want top performance, consider an 8400f or 7500f from AliExpress paired with a B650M HDV or similar; AM5 boards are cheaper and still solid. Save up for a better CPU when you can, but don’t get too caught up in DDR5 right now—6400 is reliable, and 6000C32/30 will work if you need it.