Seeking advice on switching from 8GB to 16GB DDR4 RAM? Here are some suggestions for budget-friendly options.
Seeking advice on switching from 8GB to 16GB DDR4 RAM? Here are some suggestions for budget-friendly options.
Hi everyone, I shared my plan earlier and now I’m upgrading my 8GB RAM to 16GB. It was causing issues while downloading a game alongside another program. After reviewing my usage, it hit over 90%. I’m seeking recommendations for quality RAM modules. Right now I’m using G. Skill Ripjaws V at 3200mhz. I’m considering budget options and wondering if sticking with this brand is wise. I’m unsure about the ideal price for 16GB. Thanks!
Notably, the 3200mhz model costs five dollars less... I'm curious about the reason behind it.
I own this right away! It's a great deal at just $60. Perfect specs too!
I also thought those would work, but they weren’t available. You can find them nearby if you prefer a more affordable option. For a budget-friendly choice, check out the single sticks here: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07YP6...UTF8&psc=1
I'm mainly concerned about the Ryzen CPU's sensitivity to RAM... back when I had my R5 2400g, I faced a lot of trouble getting it to function properly. Now I've switched to a R5 1600 AF and it's all good (maintained same timings in UEFI)... I'm hoping this new RAM will install without issues right out of the box.
I’ll note that a 1600AF seems more selective than a 2400G, and your motherboard matters. I’ve faced RAM compatibility problems before, but most are fixed now—though you might not hit the advertised frequency. I currently use a 3200MHz DDR4 kit, and in gaming, if I let my PC run without XMP settings, it usually stabilizes around 2132MHz compared to 3200, so the performance gap isn’t huge. If you get RAM rated at 2666MHz with no XMP enabled, I think you’ll be okay. I’d still prefer spending $15–$20 on Corsair if possible.