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Question about RAM

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KaisSou
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02-09-2019, 10:47 AM
#1
R7 2700X - Asus Prime X570 Pro motherboard QVL shows compatible RAM options. I found these two:
1) HyperX Pedator HX432C16PB3K4/32 – 4*8 GB SS Hynix, speeds 3200
2) G.Skill F4-3200C16D-32GTZ – 2*16 GB DS Hynix, speeds 3200
Which one to choose? Based on your needs and budget.
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KaisSou
02-09-2019, 10:47 AM #1

R7 2700X - Asus Prime X570 Pro motherboard QVL shows compatible RAM options. I found these two:
1) HyperX Pedator HX432C16PB3K4/32 – 4*8 GB SS Hynix, speeds 3200
2) G.Skill F4-3200C16D-32GTZ – 2*16 GB DS Hynix, speeds 3200
Which one to choose? Based on your needs and budget.

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Reuben135
Member
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02-09-2019, 02:21 PM
#2
They seem pretty similar in price. I think I’d pick the 2x16 since it gives you flexibility for future additions if needed.
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Reuben135
02-09-2019, 02:21 PM #2

They seem pretty similar in price. I think I’d pick the 2x16 since it gives you flexibility for future additions if needed.

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akjosh47
Member
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02-10-2019, 05:12 AM
#3
Certainly, 2x16 is the best choice because it works better with memory controllers and supports future upgrades as mentioned earlier.
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akjosh47
02-10-2019, 05:12 AM #3

Certainly, 2x16 is the best choice because it works better with memory controllers and supports future upgrades as mentioned earlier.

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Basilecool
Member
176
02-10-2019, 10:42 AM
#4
Comparing 2*16 quality, HyperX Predator offers more robust performance, while GSKILL focuses on gaming-specific features. Which suits your needs depends on your priorities.
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Basilecool
02-10-2019, 10:42 AM #4

Comparing 2*16 quality, HyperX Predator offers more robust performance, while GSKILL focuses on gaming-specific features. Which suits your needs depends on your priorities.

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bare_pawz
Member
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02-18-2019, 01:55 AM
#5
They're both fine, but I recommend Gskill.
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bare_pawz
02-18-2019, 01:55 AM #5

They're both fine, but I recommend Gskill.

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LittleDiepp
Junior Member
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02-18-2019, 09:26 AM
#6
Gskill offers a price of 40 €.
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LittleDiepp
02-18-2019, 09:26 AM #6

Gskill offers a price of 40 €.

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Ness_polystar
Member
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02-20-2019, 03:32 AM
#7
I need to check compatibility between the RAM models and CPUs. Make sure to confirm the exact chip brands and ensure the components match the requirements.
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Ness_polystar
02-20-2019, 03:32 AM #7

I need to check compatibility between the RAM models and CPUs. Make sure to confirm the exact chip brands and ensure the components match the requirements.

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MrAgent
Member
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02-24-2019, 08:09 PM
#8
I was assisting a friend with his computer when it started having problems. I brought my PC over to his place so we could compare parts and troubleshoot together. He recently replaced his motherboard because the old one had a faulty RAM slot and he couldn’t use all four 8GB sticks, which affected both booting and video performance. After testing, we realized the issue was with the RAM—specifically, the stickers indicated that 941 and 1941 wouldn’t work on his X570 MSI board with the Ryzen 7 2700 chipset. I mixed his RAM with mine, and everything functioned properly except for a minor change in RAM frequency from 2666 to 1866. My system still ran smoothly, but I lost my original RAM speed. I ended up giving him two of my RAM modules and used his 1941 stickers, thinking it would be safe since my setup should have worked better with older Ryzen models.
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MrAgent
02-24-2019, 08:09 PM #8

I was assisting a friend with his computer when it started having problems. I brought my PC over to his place so we could compare parts and troubleshoot together. He recently replaced his motherboard because the old one had a faulty RAM slot and he couldn’t use all four 8GB sticks, which affected both booting and video performance. After testing, we realized the issue was with the RAM—specifically, the stickers indicated that 941 and 1941 wouldn’t work on his X570 MSI board with the Ryzen 7 2700 chipset. I mixed his RAM with mine, and everything functioned properly except for a minor change in RAM frequency from 2666 to 1866. My system still ran smoothly, but I lost my original RAM speed. I ended up giving him two of my RAM modules and used his 1941 stickers, thinking it would be safe since my setup should have worked better with older Ryzen models.