I'm going to meet a local seller to grab a 32GB G.Skill Trident Z RGB 3200MHz RAM kit, and the price is really good. I'm worried about getting scammed, though. I know MemTest86 is the benchmark for testing RAM stability, but I can't run it at the seller's place because it takes too long. Instead, I plan to use OCCT and run the Memory Test for around 15 minutes with AVX2 instructions and 80% of the RAM. Is 15 minutes enough to catch most defective RAM modules? Should I adjust any OCCT settings to optimize for this short test? Also, are there any other quick testing tools I should consider that take less than 20 minutes?
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While 15 minutes is okay, I'd lean towards MemTest if you can manage it. Even a slimmed-down version with specific tests could work within your time limit. Just remember, OCCT won't check memory addresses used by the OS, so it's not as comprehensive. Choose wisely!
Running the OCCT Memory Test for 15 minutes might give you a decent indication that the RAM is likely fine, but it's not a guarantee. MemTest86 is recommended for thorough checks, and if it's possible, I'd suggest trying to run at least a few passes of it, even if it takes longer. Still, 15 minutes can help catch bigger issues, so it's better than nothing!
15 minutes is a good chunk of time for a quick test, but make sure you’ve got some nice small talk ready while it runs! You might also want to confirm the seller's reliability just in case.
Given the price, do you think it's worth the gamble? 32GB RAM kits are pretty pricey where I live, so I'm cautious about jumping in.