What ram should I get?

Liam_7

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I've been looking at different types of rams and I understand the more mhz the faster it is. I plan on streaming games on twitch, so I need to know if it is worth buying ram with more mhz. This is the motherbaord I will be using, so you can see (http://www.tigerdirect.com/applications/SearchTools/item-details.asp?EdpNo=8991517&csid=_61) what type of ram I can use. Although, I'm uncertain if I should get the ram that requires more voltz or less. Will it wear out my computer faster if it requires more voltz? Will the ram be less powerful if it uses less voltz?

This requires 1.2v
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16820233833&leaderboard=1

This requires 1.5v
http://www.tigerdirect.com/applications/SearchTools/item-details.asp?EdpNo=8949771&CatId=11525
 
It also matters what CPU you have.

Unless you have an unlocked 'k' processor it is usually best to stick with 1600MHz modules. If your CPU can run at higher frequencies (overclocked) it can also support faster RAM as well.

Also, in the examples above you are comparing different types of RAM, the lower voltage is DDR4, which your motherboard cannot support at all.

Here are two very good 8GB choices that would work with your motherboard:

If you don't have an unlocked 'K' model CPU go with the 1600Mhz:

Memory: G.Skill Ripjaws X Series 8GB (2 x 4GB) DDR3-1600 Memory ($44.78 @ OutletPC)
Total: $44.78
Prices include shipping, taxes, and discounts when available
Generated by PCPartPicker 2015-12-01 10:10 EST-0500

If your CPU is unlocked this would be a fine choice of faster RAM:

Memory: G.Skill Trident X Series 8GB (2 x 4GB) DDR3-2400 Memory ($55.89 @ OutletPC)
Total: $55.89
Prices include shipping, taxes, and discounts when available
Generated by PCPartPicker 2015-12-01 10:11 EST-0500

*If you notice, both packs above are TWO sticks of 4GB. This is because pairing up RAM modules on a motherboard like yours will make use of Dual Memory Architecure, which allows the RAM to run about 10-15% faster than if it was a single stick.

More reading on Dual Memory Architecture if you're interested: http://www.hardwaresecrets.com/everything-you-need-to-know-about-the-dual-triple-and-quad-channel-memory-architectures/
 

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My cpu is http://www.amazon.com/Intel-i7-4790-Processor-3-6GHz-CM8064601560113/dp/B00NTCIU5I/ref=sr_1_4?ie=UTF8&qid=1448935212&sr=8-4&keywords=3.6ghz. I'd rather have 2x8gb modules rather 4x4gb modules. Also, is it more efficient to use up all ram units with lower modules or is just two as fine? Thank you!
 
This would be a very good choice for 16GB:

Memory: G.Skill Ares Series 16GB (2 x 8GB) DDR3-1600 Memory ($59.99 @ Newegg)
Total: $59.99
Prices include shipping, taxes, and discounts when available
Generated by PCPartPicker 2015-12-01 10:18 EST-0500

If possible it's best to stick with two modules rather than four, as it puts less stress on the IMC.

You can see what RAM is officially supported by your CPU HERE,

-DDR3-1333/1600, DDR3L-1333/1600 @ 1.5V

The 1600Mhz sticks linked above would be a perfect match for both your motherboard and CPU.
 


I'm running a 64bit version of windows.
 


Thank you so much! The deal you showed is so much better than I could have possibly found and more efficient. Thanks again!