4 RAM sticks for dual channel motherboard

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I bought a (4 x 4GB) 16GB RAM pack for a 4 slot motherboard that runs dual channel.

Some people told me I've done the wrong thing, but I feel like it will still work.

I have no intentions of upgrading the RAM.
I also cannot be bothered selling the 4 pack and trying to buy a 2 pack(2x8gb)

Will the performance be the same with this 4x4gb, or should I definitely get a 2x8gb?
 
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It will work assuming the sticks are compatible with your board. I have heard having 4 sticks on a duel channel motherboard adds stress to the memory controller in the cpu, i have no idea if this will affect the lifespan of the cpu but some people claim it does as I think it can add extra heat to the cpu. Other than that it should be fine, im not entirely sure how much stress having 4 sticks will add to the memory controller or if it is really anything to be concerned about but I have seen it brought up many times. I cant see it affecting performance in any noticeable way.
 
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I have exactly that config. Dual channel board + 4x4GB RAM sticks.
Assuming that RAM is compatible with your motherboard, no issues at all.
 
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Yeah. My independent, online forum research has brought me to comments like that. But it's never specified exactly how much stress it will put, or if will inhibit the systems performance.
I wanna know if it will affect gaming.(That latest games)
 
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No I highly doubt there will be any difference in 4x4gb vs 2x8gb as far as gaming performance goes.
 
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