Question Is it wise to upgrade my ram in these conditions? Frequency and Size.

[3jackdaw]

Hello,

I am currently thinking of upgrading my ram. Looking at the market it has come down to a price point wherein I honestly think buying or improving my ram would be or better yet; the question to be asked is --- "would it be beneficial"?

I have 16GB(8x2) on my board. These are just DDR4 2400mhz CL16 Kingston Fury RGB.
Im looking to upgrade to 32GB(8x4) 3400mhz CL16/CL18 ram (still Kingston but just basic ones but non-beast model)

Kingston FURY™ Beast DDR4 Memory – 4GB-128GB 2666MT/s-3733MT/s - Kingston Technology

Kingston FURY™ Beast DDR4 offers speeds of 2666MT/s–3733MT/s and capacities of up to 128GB.

www.kingston.com

I can buy the 32gb sticks for just under $70. I dont live in the US so I'm not sure if thats either normal/expensive or super cheap?

My main question is would this have any benefit? I understand the increase in performance might be negligible but as long as there some improvement I'm very interested in having it.
The daily usage will involve some gaming and audio production work as well as video editing.

Im really after the speed more than the size of the ram. Ive already enabled xmp and got an 300+ ish increase from what i have now. Size of the ram is just my 2nd consideration.


Lastly, if any one can recommend other brands that would perform better I would greatly appreciate it.
In the SEA market, Corsair, T-force and G.Skills are also available.


Ryzen 5 3600x
MSI B450M Mortar
RTX 3060ti
Hyperx Fury 16GB 2400mhz





Thank you!

 

[Ralston18]

Use Task Manager and Resource Monitor to observe your computer's use of memory.

Use both tools but only one tool at a time.

First observe while using the computer as you normally do.

You will need to leave the observation window open but just drag the window to one side or even a second monitor if you use two monitor.

Then start adding apps, games, video editing, open more windows, etc. to determine the effect on RAM useage.

The other thing you need to do is to refer to the motherboard's User Guide/Manual and the manufacturer's website as well to verify supported RAM products via the QVL (Qualified Vendors List) and supported RAM slot configurations.

You will need kits for Dual Channel use.

Another thing you can do is visit the various RAM manufacturer's website and look for RAM and RAM configurations that the manufacturer states as being compatible with your motherboard.

Not always a sure thing but if you find some agreement with specs and installation options then that agreement may serve as a way to verify or confirm what RAM and RAM configurations will work independent of the RAM manufacturer.

Details matter.

 

[3jackdaw]

Use Task Manager and Resource Monitor to observe your computer's use of memory.

Use both tools but only one tool at a time.

First observe while using the computer as you normally do.

You will need to leave the observation window open but just drag the window to one side or even a second monitor if you use two monitor.

Then start adding apps, games, video editing, open more windows, etc. to determine the effect on RAM useage.

The other thing you need to do is to refer to the motherboard's User Guide/Manual and the manufacturer's website as well to verify supported RAM products via the QVL (Qualified Vendors List) and supported RAM slot configurations.

You will need kits for Dual Channel use.

Another thing you can do is visit the various RAM manufacturer's website and look for RAM and RAM configurations that the manufacturer states as being compatible with your motherboard.

Not always a sure thing but if you find some agreement with specs and installation options then that agreement may serve as a way to verify or confirm what RAM and RAM configurations will work independent of the RAM manufacturer.

Details matter.

Thanks for the response!

I apologize, my question was a bit unclear,


Yes I understand these parameters and requirements in compatibility, I have already enabled xmp and got a successful OC on my current ram.

Id like to know if 3200 OC' would be an improvement over 2400mhz OC?

32gb usage is just a perk for me what im really after is speed

 

[Ralston18]

With respect to OC start low and work upwards in small increments.

Make no other system changes. Keep an eye on system performance and temperatures.

If the system remains stable and problem free for a couple of days and restarts then proceed to the next increment.

At some point you will probably not see any changes in performance and/or performance falters with problems and errors.

If/when that happens go back to the last working configuration and stop there.

Take your time, be methodical, keep notes.

FYI:

https://www.tomshardware.com/how-to/how-to-overclock-a-cpu

 

[3jackdaw]

With respect to OC start low and work upwards in small increments.

Make no other system changes. Keep an eye on system performance and temperatures.

If the system remains stable and problem free for a couple of days and restarts then proceed to the next increment.

At some point you will probably not see any changes in performance and/or performance falters with problems and errors.

If/when that happens go back to the last working configuration and stop there.

Take your time, be methodical, keep notes.

FYI:

https://www.tomshardware.com/how-to/how-to-overclock-a-cpu

Noted thank you!