16gb ram vs 32gb ram

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woodenruler

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Hello,
I'm choosing components for a new computer, and I've run into a bit of a snag here:

1) 16gb of ram for $160.00. This
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2) 32gb of ram for $341.99. This

I'm also going to use this motherboard, which I'm fairly certain can support either one.(can support 4x 240pin memory slots.)

1 Isn't THAT much ram, but seems fair-priced.
2 Is double that of the first one, and seems like I probably won't be using it to its full extent for a very long time. I'm even having doubts about it as I type this, because I don't think anything I'll be doing will need that much ram. It also turns out that the maximum memory supported by the motherboard is 32gb, which makes me wonder if motherboards are anything like Hammer Editor map limits.(If you approach the maximum amount, things won't behave)

Sorry if some things seem painfully obvious, as I am not too tech-savvy.
Thanks.
 
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ACTechy

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If you're not doing some serious video rendering or some kind of 3d work, 32GB is pointless. Not sure, since you didn't talk about your usage.

I personally would not spend more on RAM than the CPU. That 16GB actually has a $15 off promo right now, so that's another good thing going for it.

Also make sure you get an operating system that will support that much if you go that route.
 
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striker_rage

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Most people are good with 8gb of ram because normal browsing and casual gaming does not take a lot of ram.

If you do a lot of multitasking and need a lot of things open at the same time then 12gb is enough. Can do 16gb if you want to be extra sure.

32gb is pointless to get if you are not into video editing, rendering and stuff.

What you can do is get 16gb and if needed....add another 16gb again since the price is less if you go that way and plus you won't have unnecessary wastage of money.


 
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EasyLover

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This is where word of caution must be mentioned: Adding more RAM later on could be problematic though. Even it has happened that with same timings, speed and even with same brand compatibility could not be achieved. (Check it out: There are many threads even on tom'sHardware)
 
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striker_rage

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Did not know there could be problem with doing that. I guess you will need to decide now depending on the kind of work that you do.

Thank you EasyLover for warning the op...I would have felt very bad if the op landed into a problem because of my answer.
 
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EasyLover

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No issue dear :)
 
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