RAM upgrade needing help.

[MemphisRaine]

Hello I'll be soon upgrading my ram however its got me confused as there's this timing things. I'm not sure if higher or lower is better.

GSKILL RIPJAWS V 16GB DUAL DDR4 2400MHZ CL15 (F4-2400C15D-16GVR)
Link: https://dynaquestpc.com/collections/memory/products/gskill-ripjaws-v-16gb-2x8gb-2400mhz-cl15-f4-2400c15d-16gvr

or

GSKILL RIPJAWS V 16GB DUAL DDR4 2400MHZ CL17 (F4-2400C17D-16GVR)
Link:https://dynaquestpc.com/collections/memory/products/gskill-ripjaws-v-16gb-2x8gb-2400mhz-cl17-f4-2400c17d-16gvr

or

GSKILL RIPJAWS V 16GB DUAL DDR4 2800MHZ CL15 (F4-2800C15D-16GVRB)
Link: https://dynaquestpc.com/collections/memory/products/gskill-ripjaws-v-16gb-2x8gb-2800mhz-cl15-f4-2800c15d-16gvrb

Basically the 1st one is the cheapest. However, I'd also like to somehow make use of it for the next 2-4 years by slowly upgrading components. Note that the 2800 is cheaper than the 2nd 2400. The currency is in Philippines Pesso. Will truly appreciate your help.

 

[Lutfij]

What are the specs to your system? List them like so:
CPU:
Motherboard:
Ram:
SSD/HDD:
GPU:
PSU:
Chassis:
OS:

If we're to go by the specs in your sig space, please add them in your post since this thread will become irrelevant to all those in the same boat as you, looking for an answer, will not understand the reasoning behind our suggestions.

I'd pick the cheapest kit you can find, since you can't go above DDR4-2133MHz if you're sticking to your i5-6600. If you plan to upgrade to a 7th gen K-suffix processor then you'll definitely need a Z270 chipset board and DDR4-3200MHz to get to the sweet spot.

 

[MemphisRaine]

Thanks for the response. I am planning of upgrading it piece by piece and I'd like to start with the RAM since i'll be benefiting from it. My target is probably an i6 8600k or i7 8700k

CPU: i5 6600 (non K)
Motherboard: H170 Pro gaming ASUS
Ram: 2400 Gskill Ripjaws V 4gb dual channel. 8GB Ram
SSD/HDD: 1 120gb Samsung 850 evo, 1 1TB WD Caviar Black
GPU: GIGABYTE GTX970 Xtreme gaming
PSU: Seasonic M2II 750 Bronze
Chassis: NZXT source 530
OS:Windows 10 pro.
Cooler: Noctua NH D-15. Its hot from where I am and i'd like to keep things cool.

I would like to upgrade my parts piece by piece and I'll start with the RAMS. I am also in the process of acquiring a Samsung 500gb 860 evo. I'll then save money to get a new MoBo and procie by Q2 next year.

The store website where I'm planning of getting my RAM is https://dynaquestpc.com

THANKS FOR ALL THE HELP! 😀

 

[smorizio]

both ram and cpu prices are high right now. if you can wait on the ram buy it going to be less money for you. with ram and newer cpu it the main speed of the ram you want to look at. with newer cpu you want 3000 or faster ram. 2400/2800 ram speed will slow down newer cpu now.

 

[MemphisRaine]

Will a trident z 3200 work? I'm thinking of getting it though it's gonna be stuck at 2133 for the future upgrades.

 

[smorizio]

3200 should work fine. all fast ram can default to 2400.