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System memory is where a computer holds the programs and data that are currently in use. The definition of the word "memory" has become somewhat blurred over the years because there are different types of memory that a computer uses. In general, "memory" refers to the system memory, or RAM, which holds instructions that the processor uses, and the data the instructions work with.
System memory is directly related to the performance of your computer. In some ways, it's even more important than the processor, because without enough memory, your processor cannot work to its full potential. Newer programs require more memory than older ones, so when buying a new computer, get the most memory that you can afford.
There are many different types of system memory available. Researching them will help you make an informed choice when you purchase your computer. Getting the right kind of memory for your system will also affect whether you can upgrade it later on, and by how much. With the right memory, you can move it from one system to another, or continue to use the same memory even after you upgrade your motherboard.
Types of memory include 168-pin SDRAM, 184-pin DDR SDRAM, 240-pin DDR2 SDRAM, and 240-pin DDR3 SDRAM. Capacity typically ranges from 128MB to 2GB with speeds covering PC 100, PC 133, PC 2100, PC 2700, PC 3200, PC 4000, PC2 3200, PC2 4200, PC2 5300, PC2 5400, PC2 6400, PC2 8000, PC2 8500, PC2 8800, PC2 8888, PC2 9136, PC2 9200, PC2 9600, PC2 10000, PC2 10400, PC3 8500, PC3 10600, PC3 10666, PC3 10700, PC3 12800, PC3 13000, PC3 14400, PC3 15000, and so on.
“ I have yet to have a stick fail on the various builds and the RAM seems resilient when overclocking. ”
G.SKILL Trident Z5 RGB Series 64GB (2 x 32GB) 288-Pin PC RAM DDR5 6000 (PC5 48000) Desktop Memory Model F5-6000J3040G32GX2-TZ5RS“ When I got a good set of memory they snapped into place and I adjusted the bios to accept XVM profile and they work as advertised. ”
G.SKILL Ripjaws V Series 16GB (2 x 8GB) 288-Pin PC RAM DDR4 3600 (PC4 28800) Desktop Memory Model F4-3600C18D-16GVK“ I researched using the G.Skill configurator and found that G.Skill supports the board with DDR5 at 6000mhz clock from another SKU. ”
G.SKILL Trident Z5 RGB Series 64GB (2 x 32GB) 288-Pin PC RAM DDR5 6400 (PC5 51200) Desktop Memory Model F5-6400J3239G32GX2-TZ5RK“ Can never have too much ram LOL ”
G.SKILL Ripjaws V Series 32GB (2 x 16GB) 288-Pin PC RAM DDR4 3600 (PC4 28800) Desktop Memory Model F4-3600C18D-32GVK“ Unrelated side note: Unfortunately my computer cant seat all 4 of my ram sticks due to another issue but after several attempts and testing these RAM sticks were not the issue. ”
G.SKILL Ripjaws V Series 32GB (2 x 16GB) 288-Pin PC RAM DDR4 3200 (PC4 25600) Desktop Memory Model F4-3200C16D-32GVK“ This is a winner with memory choice. ”
G.SKILL Trident Z Neo (For AMD Ryzen) Series 32GB (2 x 16GB) 288-Pin RGB DDR4 SDRAM DDR4 3200 (PC4 25600) Desktop Memory Model F4-3200C16D-32GTZN“ I truly think G.Skill is a solid choice for memory on any platform. ”
G.SKILL Trident Z5 Neo RGB Series 64GB (2 x 32GB) 288-Pin PC RAM DDR5 6000 (PC5 48000) Desktop Memory Model F5-6000J3040G32GX2-TZ5NR“ This was an upgrade for a mid-tier PC which is now being used for audio editing. ”
CORSAIR Vengeance LPX 16GB (2 x 8GB) 288-Pin PC RAM DDR4 3200 (PC4 25600) Desktop Memory Model CMK16GX4M2B3200C16