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Updating RAM for MSI prebuilt systems

Updating RAM for MSI prebuilt systems

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ULTRAGE
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11-25-2016, 03:51 AM
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Hello, you're planning to boost your RAM on your prebuilt MSI PC. Right now you have two 4GB Kingston M.2 modules (2400MHz). You're thinking about adding another 8GB of memory because some recent games are running slow. You're wondering if you can use a different brand or model with the same speed, or if you should stick with the same type. Since your current setup is limited in terms of model availability, it’s best to choose a compatible option.
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ULTRAGE
11-25-2016, 03:51 AM #1

Hello, you're planning to boost your RAM on your prebuilt MSI PC. Right now you have two 4GB Kingston M.2 modules (2400MHz). You're thinking about adding another 8GB of memory because some recent games are running slow. You're wondering if you can use a different brand or model with the same speed, or if you should stick with the same type. Since your current setup is limited in terms of model availability, it’s best to choose a compatible option.

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gogofrgl1234
Senior Member
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11-25-2016, 05:15 AM
#2
Typically you can combine components, but some motherboards have strict requirements. Probably not the RAM bottleneck in your performance. What are the details of your setup?
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gogofrgl1234
11-25-2016, 05:15 AM #2

Typically you can combine components, but some motherboards have strict requirements. Probably not the RAM bottleneck in your performance. What are the details of your setup?

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Jelly1233
Member
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11-25-2016, 01:20 PM
#3
You have a 1050 Ti with an i5 7400 (MSI Nightblade MIB 7RB-249EU) motherboard.
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Jelly1233
11-25-2016, 01:20 PM #3

You have a 1050 Ti with an i5 7400 (MSI Nightblade MIB 7RB-249EU) motherboard.

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Akrasia
Member
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11-25-2016, 02:17 PM
#4
In GTA5 and Forza Horizon 4, RAM usage reaches 100% and often leads to stutters. I'm not entirely sure if it's the RAM itself, but I think 12 or 16GB would help performance.
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Akrasia
11-25-2016, 02:17 PM #4

In GTA5 and Forza Horizon 4, RAM usage reaches 100% and often leads to stutters. I'm not entirely sure if it's the RAM itself, but I think 12 or 16GB would help performance.

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fireroster
Member
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12-15-2016, 02:11 PM
#5
Are you sure? It makes sense then that GTA didn't rely heavily on more than 5-6 components. A complete build should work too. You can boost memory later when upgrading the CPU. Check this link: https://pcpartpicker.com/product/2skwrH/...2b3000c15r For faster RAM options. Still, it's fair to point some responsibility on your GPU and CPU, which are becoming obsolete.
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fireroster
12-15-2016, 02:11 PM #5

Are you sure? It makes sense then that GTA didn't rely heavily on more than 5-6 components. A complete build should work too. You can boost memory later when upgrading the CPU. Check this link: https://pcpartpicker.com/product/2skwrH/...2b3000c15r For faster RAM options. Still, it's fair to point some responsibility on your GPU and CPU, which are becoming obsolete.

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wahleno
Member
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12-19-2016, 07:19 PM
#6
Sure, I think using two 8mm cases will be the best approach. Upgrading the CPU is uncertain, but I really want a 3600 with a 5600 XT. Doing this prebuild will be tough, and selling it will be even harder.
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wahleno
12-19-2016, 07:19 PM #6

Sure, I think using two 8mm cases will be the best approach. Upgrading the CPU is uncertain, but I really want a 3600 with a 5600 XT. Doing this prebuild will be tough, and selling it will be even harder.

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Cosmium
Member
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12-23-2016, 05:16 PM
#7
the frame rate on the 1050 ti isn’t a big issue, but I’m okay running red dead at 40fps on 720p. that’s manageable. instead of buying a whole new PC, I think upgrading to a better GPU would be smarter. the only GPU I can really upgrade to is the 1060. I have a 350w ATX flex PSU, but I’m not sure if I can swap it out for something different.
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Cosmium
12-23-2016, 05:16 PM #7

the frame rate on the 1050 ti isn’t a big issue, but I’m okay running red dead at 40fps on 720p. that’s manageable. instead of buying a whole new PC, I think upgrading to a better GPU would be smarter. the only GPU I can really upgrade to is the 1060. I have a 350w ATX flex PSU, but I’m not sure if I can swap it out for something different.