Question Best Possible Memory for i9-9900k - Overkill Final Upgrade

[TallestJon96]

Hello,

I've been running my i9-9900k with 3000hmz 16gb DDR4 since I purchased it. With DDR4 prices falling, I'd like to do one final DDR4 upgrade.

95% of the time this is for gaming, so I'm looking for 32gb (unless someone can convince me 64gb would be a benefit).

I am not looking for the "sweet spot". Instead, I am trying to find the best possible kit of memory that the 9900k will support and then I'll enjoy it for a few more years.

What is the best possible kit of DDR4 32gb for the i9-9900k? A specific link would be great.

Should I focus more on good timings or on frequency?

Do I need to worry about 2 vs 4 sticks?

I've heard about dual rank memory. What does that mean, and do I want it?

I'm open to overclocking or tuning for the best results.

Budget is $300 max.

Thank you!

 

[Bob.B]

Hello,

I've been running my i9-9900k with 3000hmz 16gb DDR4 since I purchased it. With DDR4 prices falling, I'd like to do one final DDR4 upgrade.

95% of the time this is for gaming, so I'm looking for 32gb (unless someone can convince me 64gb would be a benefit).

I am not looking for the "sweet spot". Instead, I am trying to find the best possible kit of memory that the 9900k will support and then I'll enjoy it for a few more years.

What is the best possible kit of DDR4 32gb for the i9-9900k? A specific link would be great.

Should I focus more on good timings or on frequency?

Do I need to worry about 2 vs 4 sticks?

I've heard about dual rank memory. What does that mean, and do I want it?

I'm open to overclocking or tuning for the best results.

Budget is $300 max.

Thank you!

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