Is there any difference between these two models of RAM?

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dolgov.alex73

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So I'm planning to upgrade my RAM from 8 to 16, but the model I have isn't sold anymore, so I found a RAM that matches every stat, except for the actual model name. So my question here is: Will they work together or not?

The model I own:Ballistix BLE8G3D1869DE1TX0
The model I want to buy: Ballistix BLT8G3D1869DT1TX0.

As you can see, the only difference is in the name: The E DE and T DT.
So if I buy that model, will it work with the one I have?
 
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Lutfij
It's bad practice to mix and match rams even if they are from the same vendor. It's best moving for a ram kit that caters to your intended maximum ram needs while also corresponding with the number of ram slots on your motherboard. Given that you're currently working with a single stick of ram and you want to up it to 16GB, why not just look for a 2x8GB ram kit and sell the ram you currently have? It eliminates the issue of troubleshooting when you end up with instabilities/BSOD's.
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It's bad practice to mix and match rams even if they are from the same vendor. It's best moving for a ram kit that caters to your intended maximum ram needs while also corresponding with the number of ram slots on your motherboard. Given that you're currently working with a single stick of ram and you want to up it to 16GB, why not just look for a 2x8GB ram kit and sell the ram you currently have? It eliminates the issue of troubleshooting when you end up with instabilities/BSOD's.
 
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There are no guarantees that memory purchased by matching identical part numbers will be compatible together.

Workarounds to get extra memory to work include:
Lower memory clock
Relax DRAM timings
Increase DRAM voltage
Lower CPU multiplier

Memory is guaranteed to work in the form sold. Modules sold as single modules are not guaranteed when used in multiple combinations.
 
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What is your plan "B" if the new stick does not play nice with the old?

Best to buy a similar 2 x 8gb kit to get a guaranteed 16gb.
If the old 8gb plays nice with the new, good. You now have 25gb.
If it does not, keep the 8gb as a backup or sell it.
 
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