Question Memory Upgrade (Custom PC 8 gb to 12 gb

[lshs9903]

Hi,

A while ago the forums helped me build a PC with the following parts:

CPU: Intel Core i7-4790K 4.0GHz Quad-Core Processor
CPU Cooler: Noctua NH-D15 82.5 CFM CPU Cooler
Motherboard: Gigabyte GA-Z97X-Gaming 5 ATX LGA1150 Motherboard
Memory: G.Skill Sniper 8GB (2 x 4GB) DDR3-1600 Memory
Video Card: EVGA GeForce GTX 970 4GB Superclocked ACX 2.0 Video Card
Power Supply: EVGA 750W 80+ Gold Certified Fully-Modular ATX Power Supply

I haven't upgraded anything (first and only custom build) but something I wanted to install required 12 gb of memory. Can I buy a second memory card identical to the first and slot it in or is a better option available without breaking the bank?

Very appreciative of all your time and expertise. Happy new year!

 

[Dj0gany]

Let me quess,warzone?
There is no other option for adding more ram than buying it.
You obviously cant download it.

 

[rgd1101]

get 2x8gb kit.

 

[lshs9903]

Let me quess,warzone?
There is no other option for adding more ram than buying it.
You obviously cant download it.

Not really sure where you got that I am thinking can download more RAM but I'm nowhere near that clueless lol... was asking if I should buy a second ram to put into my motherboard or replace with a single faster one, and if there are any recommendations since it's an older setup.

Thanks rgd1101. I really appreciate your answer! Are there any compatibility concerns or would any 2x8gb kit work?

 

[SamirD]

I'd check your motherboard qvl and see what faster ram it could take and get 16gb of that and make sure it runs at the higher speed like 2133Mhz--that will make better use of that 4790k.

 

[lshs9903]

I'd check your motherboard qvl and see what faster ram it could take and get 16gb of that and make sure it runs at the higher speed like 2133Mhz--that will make better use of that 4790k.

Thank you, Samir. I'll do that!