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    Importance of equal RAM modules?

    Discussion in 'Hardware Components and Aftermarket Upgrades' started by Nvidia, Jan 6, 2008.

  1. Nvidia

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    I heard that having equal modules (2DIMM ) isnt really that important and only gives you a small increase in proformance... is this true?
     
    Nvidia, Jan 6, 2008
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    It's about a 5-7% increase in performance when you have two RAM modules of the same size and same frequency (MHz). It's nice to have, but not something you're likely to miss - processor, video card, or hard drive is almost always the bottleneck. If, for example, you were debating whether to get 2x1 GB or 2 GB (one stick) in a notebook, for the same price, I'd advise the 2 GB x 1 for easier and cheaper later upgrades. RAM's already fast as it is.
     
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    also if you have different ram speeds it slower one will be used to balance the speed of the ram
     
    dondadah88, Jan 6, 2008
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