Total mix-up here! Need some guidance on upgrading your Dell G7 7790. Let me know what you're looking for.
Total mix-up here! Need some guidance on upgrading your Dell G7 7790. Let me know what you're looking for.
I hope I’m not being too simple. I’m trying to maximize my laptop upgrade without running into problems. I plan to switch to a 16x2 configuration with 32GB RAM. I’m a bit puzzled about the clock speeds. My current RAM is 2667MHz CL19 (16GB/8x2). If I wanted to upgrade to something like 3200MHz CL22, 2933MHz CL19, or 2666MHz CL18, which one would be best for my machine? I was thinking Corsair Vengeance, but I’m open to other options if you have a better recommendation. I think my laptop might not handle 3200MHz well—it’s probably too demanding. I’ve searched online but can’t find clear guidance on checking compatibility. Dell, Crucial, Kingston, and Corsair all list the same possibilities. I really want to get the most performance out of it. Corsair Vengeance seems like a solid choice for the biggest boost, though it might be pricier in the UK. On the other hand, Crucial 16GBx2 at 2666MHz CL19 could work if my system supports it. I’m torn between these two. I also read that clock latency impacts performance, but lower CL means faster speeds. Still, CL22 is supposed to be better yet it feels contradictory. I see Dell’s site says 1Rx8 is fine, but I’m not sure if upgrading to 2Rx8 would help. I’m trying to avoid getting confused by all the specs. What about Clock Latency? It affects how quickly things respond. I understand that lower numbers are better, but sometimes higher numbers can actually improve responsiveness. I’m still trying to sort this out and need someone to simplify things. I’m also curious—does the lower CL really mean better performance? And what’s the deal with the 1Rx8 vs 2Rx8 confusion? I’ve noticed my laptop is using 1Rx8, but Dell says it can go up to 2Rx8. It’s making me second-guess everything. If I stick with Crucial 2666MHz CL19, I might be safer. But Corsair is cheaper and easier to find locally. I’m hoping someone can clarify this for me.