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Two 16GB (4x4GB) kits vs One 32GB (8x4GB) kit?

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August 23, 2014 6:59:46 AM

Wanted to get some thoughts on two kits vs one kit and the problems that may or may not be caused. I ordered two G.Skill DDR4 3000Mhz CAS15 16GB (4x4GB) kits from newegg and it seems there is going to also be a G.Skill DDR4 3000Mhz CAS15 32GB (8x4GB) kit as well. Seeing how X99 runs is quad channel, up to dual quad channel, would I encounter a lot of problems trying to run these two different kits in dual quad channel even though they are the same brand/speed etc? Would it be better idea in the long run to get the 8x4GB kit or should I not worry about it?

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August 23, 2014 7:08:57 AM

Nah it doesn't make a difference. It will be the same thing in the end.
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August 27, 2014 11:34:49 AM

Each kit is pre-matched, tested, and guaranteed from factory. The rated specifications are no longer guaranteed with two separate kits. Typically it isn't an issue, especially with the kits you're looking at, but there are some rare occasions they can not reach the rated specs together so then you need to down clock or boost DRAM Voltage.
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August 27, 2014 5:40:34 PM

I'd stick with a single set of the full amount, that way guaranteed and the XMP settings will be true to the set
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