Adding ram to pc but all slots occupied

x_Neo_ · Apr 9, 2016

I recently added a GTX 750 ti to my oem pc and everything has been going well, but I'm thinking of adding more RAM aswell. The thing is, both RAM slots are occupied. Would it be a good idea to remove both sticks and replace them with 2x4GB? Would power consumption change significantly?

Current specs are:
I7-3770 3.4ghz
GTX 750 ti
6GB RAM
1TB hdd
300W psu

BadActor · Apr 9, 2016

Your best bet would be to use a matched kit as you suggested to avoid compatibility problems. Maybe you can sell the old stuff to offset the cost. The additional power consumed by adding more RAM is inconsequential, a few watts at most.

lindsay24 · Apr 9, 2016

Power consumption really shouldn't be affected in a significant way. However, with an i7 and a 750ti, you might be maxing out that poor 300W PSU. You'll probably be fine for your RAM upgrade, but if I were you, I'd have a PSU upgrade planned for the near future.

Tradesman1 · Apr 9, 2016

With your combo I'd want a good 400 minimum, with 20 AMPs or more on the 12 volt rail

x_Neo_ · Apr 10, 2016

BadActor :

Alright, thanks for the answer.

x_Neo_ · Apr 10, 2016

lindsay24 :

Well money is kind of a problem right now and its an oem pc so I'll have to get a new case aswell. Everything has been working well though.

x_Neo_ · Apr 10, 2016

Tradesman1 :

I know, a lot of people have told me aswell but I really cant afford one at the moment.

BadActor · Apr 10, 2016

I roughly calculated your usage at 250 watts including the 750 Ti, so the 300 watt should power it OK.

x_Neo_ · Apr 10, 2016

BadActor :

Yes, it has been running very well even with games like DayZ and KSP.

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