I'm new to building PCs and decided to add more RAM because I was worried the prices would go up. I made sure the new RAM matched the speed of my existing one. However, after installation, my games started crashing, and I'm at a loss for what to do next. Can anyone help me figure out what's going wrong?
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It's important to know whether you added RAM on top of what you already had or if you replaced the entire set. Mixing and matching RAM sticks can often cause issues.
Adding a third stick can actually hurt your performance because it disrupts the Dual Channel configuration that comes from using pairs of sticks. It's always recommended to add RAM in matched pairs for the best results.
A common problem with RAM is that even if they have the same speed, they might not play well together. Manufacturers publish certain specs, but they can vary quite a bit. For example, the frequency and CAS latency need to match perfectly. Also, check if you're filling the slots in a way that both sticks are in the same channel for optimal performance. Make sense?
First off, what are your specs? Are you using DDR4 or DDR5? Also, how much RAM do you have now and how many sticks? Details matter here.
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