I'm considering a cheaper RAM option, specifically a Patriot Viper Venom DDR5 kit. I've never really heard much about the brand and I'm not sure if that should be a concern when selecting RAM for my build. What do you all think? Does the brand really matter or should I just focus on the specs?
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Have you really never heard of Patriot? They're pretty established in the PC building community. Make sure the RAM is on your motherboard's QVL list for compatibility.
Patriot is a well-known brand and generally reliable. Just keep an eye on the specs—sometimes lower prices can mean slower speeds or worse timings.
Yeah, this is my first time building a PC on my own. I had help before, so I didn't really pay attention to RAM back then!