Yes, you can use two identical RAM kits together.
Yes, you can use two identical RAM kits together.
You have two identical 16GB RAM units, matching the same model and production month. Combining them should give you a total of 32GB, which is likely safe.
They handle tasks usually, just drop them in and try it. In the worst scenario, it might not go live, but you're safe knowing it's a guess.
I purchased two 16GB dual-channel sets rather than one 32GB dual-channel set since the latter wasn’t available at the desired speed.
I haven’t finished setting up a complete PC yet since I’m doing a major upgrade. I’m planning to build one for my brother using my existing components tomorrow, so I’ll see what’s ready then.
This setup works perfectly, as most systems use four RAM slots. There aren't many 4x kits available.
I've consistently purchased two kits of 2x sticks each because it's always more affordable. Over the past 15 years, I haven't encountered any problems with this approach on any computer I've built. It's never been an issue since everything is from the same brand and specifications. I've also tested mismatched RAM before, but everything functioned normally—performing at the speed of the slowest stick without any issues.