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Yes, it's worth the upgrade.

Yes, it's worth the upgrade.

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DerpyBat
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02-06-2020, 10:01 PM
#1
I'm wondering if I'm mistaken about my 7-year-old RAM sticks wearing out. I currently have this RAM installed in my PC—Corsair Vengeance LPX DDR4 3000MHz 16GB 2x8GB (PC4-24000) CL15, XMP2.0. I'm not a tech expert, so I'm asking for advice. I just ordered a 5900X and read some articles about whether upgrading to newer RAM really helps performance compared to older models. Do these changes actually provide a noticeable speed boost? I want to make the most of my system.
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DerpyBat
02-06-2020, 10:01 PM #1

I'm wondering if I'm mistaken about my 7-year-old RAM sticks wearing out. I currently have this RAM installed in my PC—Corsair Vengeance LPX DDR4 3000MHz 16GB 2x8GB (PC4-24000) CL15, XMP2.0. I'm not a tech expert, so I'm asking for advice. I just ordered a 5900X and read some articles about whether upgrading to newer RAM really helps performance compared to older models. Do these changes actually provide a noticeable speed boost? I want to make the most of my system.

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CfuntimeMC
Member
221
02-07-2020, 06:47 AM
#2
I’d probably go with 3000 MHz as the standard now, but it still covers most performance potential from Ryzen 5 models. If you want more, I’d switch to 32 gigabits at 3600MHz for better capacity and speed. Anything less means sticking with what you have. Your thoughts?
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CfuntimeMC
02-07-2020, 06:47 AM #2

I’d probably go with 3000 MHz as the standard now, but it still covers most performance potential from Ryzen 5 models. If you want more, I’d switch to 32 gigabits at 3600MHz for better capacity and speed. Anything less means sticking with what you have. Your thoughts?

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Aydien
Junior Member
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02-07-2020, 09:11 AM
#3
Consider that memory speed has only a slight impact on gaming performance, and the gap becomes almost negligible when playing at higher resolutions or with a mid-range GPU. For productivity, RAM speeds can sometimes influence results, other times not, so it's wise to look into the programs you're using.
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Aydien
02-07-2020, 09:11 AM #3

Consider that memory speed has only a slight impact on gaming performance, and the gap becomes almost negligible when playing at higher resolutions or with a mid-range GPU. For productivity, RAM speeds can sometimes influence results, other times not, so it's wise to look into the programs you're using.