May need a bit more memory

c_marriott · May 19, 2015

I'm currently using 8GB of Corsair Vengeance RAM (1600mhz, high profile) and I often get that I'm using up a large amount of RAM, so much that my computer starts to freeze due to the lack of memory.

I'm using 2x4GB sticks so is it worth getting an extra 4GB or even 8GB but put it in a different coloured slot? I can only use 3 out of 4 due my CPU cooler covering the closest slot to the socket.

Sorry, not sure If I have worded this correctly, hopefully its understandable.

MrKickkiller · May 19, 2015

More ram can help you keep more open at a time.

About the height issue. Many ram modules come with those heatsinks, but most of them are removable.

I know Corsair Vengeance ram only requires you to slice the sticker that is on top, to remove the heatsink.

If it isn't 2400 mhz ram, no heatsink should not affect performance.

c_marriott · May 19, 2015

More ram can help you keep more open at a time.

About the height issue. Many ram modules come with those heatsinks, but most of them are removable.

I know Corsair Vengeance ram only requires you to slice the sticker that is on top, to remove the heatsink.

If it isn't 2400 mhz ram, no heatsink should not affect performance.

But is it worth it if it isn't dual-channel? Will it affect performance in anyway?

MrKickkiller · May 19, 2015

But is it worth it if it isn't dual-channel? Will it affect performance in anyway?

If you would add 2 more sticks of ram, it will run in dual channel.

Don't know about the "channeling" if you only add 1 stick

Performance difference between Single and Dual channel. Keep in mind that ram speed/performance doesn't really play a huge factor in games these days : http://www.gamersnexus.net/guides/1349-ram-how-dual-channel-works-vs-single-channel/Page-3