Same quality and pace, but varying RAM capacities?

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Same quality and pace, but varying RAM capacities?

Same quality and pace, but varying RAM capacities?

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Nienke_2002
Senior Member

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06-11-2016, 06:43 AM

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You have 16GB of RAM in a 2x8 dual-channel configuration and are thinking about an upgrade. You're interested in purchasing a 16GB stick now and another later to keep space for future upgrades. Your main concern is whether you can combine the 16GB with your existing setup to reach a total of 32GB by matching brands and speeds. Also, just to clarify, this is your first time asking such a question.

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Nienke_2002

06-11-2016, 06:43 AM #1

You have 16GB of RAM in a 2x8 dual-channel configuration and are thinking about an upgrade. You're interested in purchasing a 16GB stick now and another later to keep space for future upgrades. Your main concern is whether you can combine the 16GB with your existing setup to reach a total of 32GB by matching brands and speeds. Also, just to clarify, this is your first time asking such a question.

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charlie945
Junior Member

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06-12-2016, 11:15 PM

#2

I don’t think you’ll require more than 32GB overall before switching to DDR5. A 2x8 configuration would be ideal and would let you enjoy the benefits. If you add another stick, it would operate in single-channel mode, which could limit performance.

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charlie945

06-12-2016, 11:15 PM #2

I don’t think you’ll require more than 32GB overall before switching to DDR5. A 2x8 configuration would be ideal and would let you enjoy the benefits. If you add another stick, it would operate in single-channel mode, which could limit performance.

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coolbencool890
Member

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06-29-2016, 10:20 PM

#3

Thank you for your feedback. I plan to evaluate the 32GB option first to ensure it meets my rendering requirements before considering more memory.

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coolbencool890

06-29-2016, 10:20 PM #3

Thank you for your feedback. I plan to evaluate the 32GB option first to ensure it meets my rendering requirements before considering more memory.

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FireRageHD
Junior Member

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07-18-2016, 01:39 PM

#4

Three sticks cause all to move together in one path, which means a performance drop unfortunately. For just gaming 16 gigabytes is sufficient at best. Unless your tasks require more than that.

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FireRageHD

07-18-2016, 01:39 PM #4

Three sticks cause all to move together in one path, which means a performance drop unfortunately. For just gaming 16 gigabytes is sufficient at best. Unless your tasks require more than that.