I'm using a Razer Blade 2020 with an RTX 2060 for gaming, typically connecting it to an external keyboard and screen. Right now, I've got 16GB of RAM, and I often play early access games that can be pretty demanding on memory. I'm curious if upgrading to 32GB would boost my performance with these types of games.
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In my opinion, 16GB just doesn't cut it for some of the newer games out there. Upgrading to 32GB is definitely a smart move, especially for high-demand titles. I have 64GB in my rig for 3D modeling, and when I play certain games, I can hit 42GB of RAM use just with that game and Discord open!
Sure, but don't forget, for OP, the bottleneck is going to be the RTX 2060. At 1080p, 16GB is usually enough, but more RAM can help with multitasking.
If you're feeling like you need more RAM, go ahead and upgrade! It's really more about your usage. Just keep in mind that if you use hibernation, the hibernation file could get hefty with 32GB or 64GB. It’s personal preference at the end of the day.
Your RTX 2060 is likely going to be the main limiting factor. While adding 32GB won’t hurt anything, if you’re multitasking with multiple screens, you could notice some benefits. If you monitor your RAM usage and see it maxed out while gaming, then an upgrade might help reduce any stuttering you experience. Just don't expect a huge frame rate increase—it’s really about smooth performance rather than outright speed.
What game are you playing that takes 42GB of RAM with Discord running? That's wild!