I'm having a tough time finding RAM that's compatible with my B660 DS3H DDR4 Gigabyte motherboard. I need 64GB of RAM that's actually in stock. The pricing on RAM has only made my search more difficult, and I'm looking for some guidance or recommendations.
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Pretty much any RAM that’s labeled DDR4 should work with your motherboard; all manufacturers follow that standard. There are plenty of options in stock right now, although some prices are pretty outrageous. Just keep an eye out for deals!
Any DDR4 kit should be compatible. Aim for something like 3200 CL16 or 3600 CL18 RAM, and 2 x 32GB sticks would be the ideal setup for your needs.
For your B660 motherboard, as long as the RAM is DDR4 and meets the speed specifications listed by the manufacturer, it should work. Just remember that the QVL (Qualified Vendors List) often isn't up to date, so it might not have all the currently available options. Here's a handy link to check out various DDR4 RAM you can find in stock: [PCPartPicker - DDR4 Memory](https://pcpartpicker.com/products/memory/#xcx=0&b=ddr4&Z=32768002,65536002&S=3200,3600&sort=-ppgb&ff=ddr4). You should be able to grab just about anything from there!
I actually tried to buy RAM before and overlooked the QVL list, which led to compatibility issues. It was a real hassle.
Are you relying on the compatibility list from your motherboard's site? I’d suggest ignoring that and just picking up a standard RAM kit. Most should work fine. For instance, check out this [link](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B087T2B287); it could be a good fit for you!
I've been cautious about buying RAM since my last experience where it wasn't compatible, so I often reference those lists.
QVLs don't get updated very often. If you’re working on an older system, you might consider taking a small risk when upgrading. For your DDR4, I’d recommend going for 3200 MHz, which is generally very stable. Going with 2x32GB sticks is better, but I’d avoid 4 sticks if you can, especially for DDR5 setups.

Just to clarify, we are discussing DDR4 RAM here, right?