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4gb ram in dual channel or single

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August 18, 2014 7:24:47 PM

I need a simple answer dual channel(2x2gb) or just 4gb.

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a c 82 } Memory
August 18, 2014 7:32:34 PM

On paper, there's a performance hit with single channel mode. But in real life, you won't be able to tell the difference.
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a b } Memory
August 18, 2014 7:33:41 PM

Dual channel will give you a small performance increase but not enough that it should affect your purchase decision if there is much of a price difference. Plus if you get the single 4gb now you can add a matching 4gb later and have 8gb in dual channel. Just make sure to buy the exact same brand, speed, timings, size, etc., if you buy another module later. In fact, make sure to get the same PART NUMBER if you buy a second one. Buying in matched pairs is the best way but it will work fine like that too.
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a b } Memory
August 18, 2014 7:34:07 PM

Take one, later upgrade to 8 GB
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August 18, 2014 7:35:53 PM

thanks guys.
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a b } Memory
August 18, 2014 7:54:32 PM

No worries.
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