Ram
Ram
The 16GB 2400MHz RAM offers more capacity and higher speed, making it better for performance and multitasking.
I prefer 16 gig capacity for storage. For performance, using the 8 gig in single channel and doubling it to 16 gig in two 8 gig units would yield better results if both are single sticks. Honestly, I’d choose capacity. Regarding timings, please let me know the specifications for each kit.
Edited August 2, 2020 by TofuHaroto
16 GB offers advantages over 8 GB unless you're just handling office tasks, then 16 is excessive. The added speed boosts frame rates on current AMD and the newest Intel systems. For Intel 1151 platforms, 2400 MHz is sufficient, so faster RAM won't provide much extra gain, but it's still necessary for today's games and productivity work.
Under similar conditions, 8GB at 3200Mhz holds an advantage, yet two aspects must be evaluated. Initially, the amount of RAM in use matters; extra space offers little benefit if you already have sufficient capacity. If you're operating below 8GB, moving to 16GB provides no real gain, but if you're experiencing paging at 8GB, the higher capacity can make a noticeable difference by eliminating paging delays. In this case, 2400Mhz might outperform 3200Mhz with lower capacity due to reduced latency from paging. The second factor is timings—these are crucial beyond just the clock speed. For example, a 3200Mhz CL20 will lag behind a 2400Mhz CL12, but a 3200Mhz CL16 will clearly be faster.