VR applications consume excessive memory and cause delays or crashes.
VR applications consume excessive memory and cause delays or crashes.
I've noticed some memory problems lately. My new RAM (16GB G.Skill AEGIS DDR4 3200 CL16) failed after one stick died. I sent both to warranty, but it's been a while since it came back. I'm not sure if the issue is with the PSU or something else. Before upgrading to the B450 platform, I had DDR3 failures, and I haven't changed the PSU. That might be the reason.
I've been using mismatched RAM temporarily—4GB Micron DDR4 3200 CL22 and 4GB Kingston DDR4 2666 CL19. They seem to work together at 3200, according to the task manager and BIOS. No problems in Windows yet. The PCB and number of modules match, so it looks like they're compatible. But stability matters. If it runs smoothly in games and VR apps, memory leaks shouldn't be an issue.
I tried a single stick first before adding the other one. Since 4GB isn’t enough for these VR games, I suspect the problem is more serious. I’ve played Half-Life Alyx on 8GB DDR3 (now back into the game) and it worked fine, but VRChat froze quickly even with a headset. That’s odd.
I’m not sure what to do next. Maybe a Windows reinstall?
A memory leak stems from faulty software rather than hardware limitations. It occurs when programs continuously request more memory than necessary due to improper coding, requiring developers to address the issue. If your system runs out of available RAM, it may indicate a leak or insufficient resources for the applications you're using. Boosting virtual memory might provide temporary relief (aim for at least double the physical RAM), but be cautious—slow pagefile access can cause crashes. Check for mismatches between RAM types or physical errors that manifest under heavy load. A fresh Windows installation could help if system files are corrupt, use SFC/SCANNOW to scan, and run memory diagnostics. Try running at reduced speeds or disabling XMP settings to see if stability improves. If problems persist, examine potential hardware concerns like faulty power supply, failing memory modules, or poor CPU/RAM connections by cleaning slots and inspecting components. This guide offers a starting point, but further investigation may be needed.
I'll either wait for my matched ram kit to return or reinstall the windows. These games have worked well on 8GB before, and it seems they're not as problematic now. It's odd that all apps behave this way. I believe chilloutvr uses Unity too, similar to vrchat, which might explain the consistency. Playing VR games is fine, and desktop games haven't had any issues.