I came across a 6000MHz CL30 64GB XPG Lancer DDR5 RAM for $400 at my local tech store, and I'm wondering if XPG is a good brand. The price seems really good, but is the brand reliable?
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Think of it this way: companies like Micron, Samsung, and SK Hynix make the chips, and brands like XPG and Corsair just put those chips onto a PCB and slap their logo on it. So, the brand is less important than you might think. Plus, $400 for 64GB of DDR5 is a fantastic deal. I'd go for it if I needed that much RAM!
Brand doesn't matter much in RAM. A few companies actually manufacture it, and they tend to be very reliable. If you're into overclocking, just check that it uses Hynix chips, and you should be good to get some enhanced performance. XPG uses a mix of Samsung and Hynix chips anyway.
When it comes to RAM, the brand isn't all that crucial. Most RAM sticks come from a few major chip makers like SK Hynix or Samsung, regardless of the brand name, so they usually perform pretty similarly. If you're just looking for something that works well and lasts, you're fine with XPG.
I've used XPG products like SSDs and cases, and I haven't had any issues. They seem pretty solid to me!
That’s a great point! I did notice that price is pretty killer. Do you think it’s worth the investment? I've already got 128GB but wonder if I should have gone with something different.