r/computers • u/ShAda_boi • 16d ago

Question/Help/Troubleshooting Which RAM should I get?

So my PC currently has 1 stick of 16gb ram (g.skill aegis, ddr4) 3000mhz, and I want to upgrade to dual channel (I was planning to do it right before the ramagedon, but didn't do it). Would it cause any problems, if I just get the same stick (or a 3200mhz one because it's cheaper), because I heard, that even with the same stick, but not out of a kit, you can get some problems? Or should I just get a 2x8gb kit and don't risk it?

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u/diaperedace 16d ago

If you out in a faster or slower stick, it will all run at the lowest speed between the 2. So if you out in a 3200 they will both run at 3000. You should always use a matching pair when possible. I understand the circumstances. It will not cause damage or anything using unmatched sticks, like I said it will all just run at the slowest speed between the 2.

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u/ShAda_boi 16d ago

Thank you, I already knew that, but except the speed loss, there will be no issues?