I'm trying to optimize my PC's RAM setup. Right now, I have four sticks: two 8GB at 3200MHz and two 16GB at 3600MHz, all Corsair DDR4 Vengeance RGB Pro, giving me a total of 48GB. I'm wondering if I would see better performance by using just the 16GB sticks or if I should keep all four sticks installed. Would using both sizes impact my system's performance?
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It's a bit hard to give a definite answer without more context. Are you aiming for JEDEC speeds or overclocking? If your RAM sticks aren’t identical, they'll likely run at the lowest speed. Also, check if your integrated memory controller can handle this setup.
You'll likely achieve better performance with just the two 16GB sticks. The speed might increase overall, but whether you'd actually notice that improvement depends on what you're doing with your PC.
For most users, sticking with the 2x16GB is the way to go since it maximizes your motherboard's dual-channel capability. Unless you're pushing beyond 32GB of RAM for heavy tasks, that should serve you just fine.
Thanks for the tips! I'm not sure about JEDEC, and I haven't overclocked my RAM.