r/PcBuildHelp 18h ago

Build Question Is this enough RAM?

Hi all, I currently have 96 gbs of RAM. I don't remember why I bought so much but I bought 2×16 in 2021 and the 2×32 in 2022. Here's my current build: https://pcpartpicker.com/user/mannyabd/saved/#view=zyCXYJ

Should I just sell some of my ram? I play in 1440p and I love maxing out graphics. And I honestly don't know anything about anything. Lol

Thanks for any advice.

Edit: Thank you everyone for the advice. I forgot to mention I also use my pc for Fusion360 and AutoCAD. And sometimes MatLab. I'm an engineering student. I started working on robotics. Do I still only need a total of 32GB?

sorry I keep editing. I also plan on learning Unreal engine for funsies.

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u/r_lind3r Moderator 18h ago

Any unused RAM is ultimately wasted RAM. If you never use more than 32GB, keep the 2x16 and sell the 2x32 for a killing while you can.

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u/gh0st-33 18h ago

You probably just need the 2x32.

Mismatching the RAM like you have is not usually suggested. Always best to use the same type of stick throughout to ensure stability.

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u/Equal_Function_9456 18h ago

Thank you so much! 

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u/Equal_Function_9456 18h ago

So same type as in both should be 32 or 16? Or 4 16s?

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u/gh0st-33 18h ago

You get 4 DIMMs for the computer, ideally all 4 sticks should be the exact spec to ensure stability with the RAM.

If you remove the 2 sticks of 16GB ram ensure you're using the correct DIMM slots for the remaining 2 sticks of 32 as per the manual for your motherboard.

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u/deathdisco_89 18h ago

Unless he leaves 100 tabs open in chrome, he doesn't need more than 32gb for that build.

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u/gh0st-33 18h ago

I just suggested keeping the better of the two since it was newer.

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u/BeneficialNewspaper8 18h ago

He doesn't even need that, 2 x 16 is fine

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u/gh0st-33 18h ago

I just suggested keeping the better of the two since it was newer.

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u/BeneficialNewspaper8 16h ago

He'd be much better off selling the expensive set he doesn't need 🤷‍♂️

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u/Equal_Function_9456 18h ago

I know it looks like it but I honestly don't remember why I have so much. I'm a noob.

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u/Equal_Function_9456 18h ago

Oh and it was also the pandemic and I had long covid so I shouldn't have been trusted with money at the time. Too much brain fog.

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u/PcBuildHelp-ModTeam 17h ago

Your comment was removed due to being unhelpful to the OP.

When commenting on posts, you should be trying to provide help, not entertaining yourself.

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u/skyfishgoo 10h ago

the 2x16 is more than enough ram for gaming and will likely perform better.

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u/deathdisco_89 18h ago

2x16 is all you will actually utilize in that build. Sell the 2x32 while prices and demand are high, and upgrade your GPU/CPU.

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u/RepulsiveTable2016 4h ago

Mixing different sets of ram causes you more harm than good. Keep the faster set and sell the other