Yes, you can use various brand RAM sticks together, but ensure they are compatible with your system.
Yes, you can use various brand RAM sticks together, but ensure they are compatible with your system.
Hi, you're considering increasing your RAM from 16GB to 32GB for your gaming PC. You're thinking about ordering two 16GB sticks from Amazon but your friend has offered his two old 8GB sticks at a low cost. Your current configuration uses two 8GB 3200MHz sticks in four slots, and you're wondering if mixing his 3200MHz Corsair Vengeance Pro RGB sticks with your GSKill Trident Z sticks will cause any problems. You mentioned you usually prefer matching RAM modules to prevent issues, but you're open to trying this if it works out. Thanks in advance.
Compare the timing of both RAM sets to ensure they match. If they align, proceed without problems. However, mixing kits is usually discouraged because each may use different chips, timings, voltages, etc. Enabling XMP might not work or could be unhelpful. Stick to the same kit you own for reliability. Differences in revisions and component changes can also cause compatibility issues.
Identify the RAM modules on your sticks and compare them with your old one. Use Passmark RamMon and Thaiphoon Burner for analysis. If the RAMs match or come from the same maker with matching timings, they should function together. Previously, Samsung B-die and Hynix CJR worked well. Now, with the new setup, all Kingston RAMs are compatible—CJR displays large HyperX text, Samsung uses smaller font, while newer models show small font Fury. I’ll share picture samples for reference.
I could purchase a fresh set all at once. I’ll attach the RAM I already own. It looks like it’s an earlier model of the Trident Z line, likely without RGB and currently unavailable most places. Here’s the link: https://www.amazon.co.uk/G-Skill-F4-3200...53&sr=8-16
You're taking a chance on it, but it seems the only RGB option is available right now. If the differences in timing are noticeable, I recommend ordering a fresh 32GB drive with two 16GB cards. Thanks for reaching out—I wasn't sure you could compare these speeds easily.
If things go the worst, you might want to look at what @191x7 shared about Thaiphoon Burner and RamMon to find out if they could collaborate.
I've watched this game's gameplay but hesitate to try it myself. It seems stunning, yet I need to confirm if it's right for me. A modded version would consume my entire 32GB of RAM.
It's a solid game but comes with a challenging setup. I was considering upgrading to 64GB RAM if I purchase a new system, but I intend to assemble my own PC after graduation this summer. I don’t want to invest heavily in DDR4 just in case I switch to DDR5 later next year.
I attempted to install his RAM sticks today. It appears to function properly, running at 3200MHz without needing XMP again. Playing Tarkov with 17-18GB of RAM suggests compatibility.