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The thing that I'm refering to is what's the difference between connecting 2 RAM modules each of 8GB in two slots and connecting 4 of 4GB in a quad-channel.
What's the difference between 16GB dual-channel & quad-channel?
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- May 29, 2013
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The number of RAM channels is determined by the CPU. Most desktop CPUs are only dual channel controllers. You may be able to install 4 DIMMs but the CPU can only access two at a time. Threadripper, server CPUs and highend Intel (x299 motherboard) are true quad channel CPUs. They can access 4 DIMMs simultaneously.
On a typical desktop, two DIMMs is optimal. More dimms per channel -- 4 DIMMs with a dual channel CPU will usually lower the maximum clock speed supported for the RAM.
On a typical desktop, two DIMMs is optimal. More dimms per channel -- 4 DIMMs with a dual channel CPU will usually lower the maximum clock speed supported for the RAM.
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