Gone are the days when
we only cared about increasing the capacity of the computer's RAM in order to
speed up the games and boost the performance of the computer. Professional
business applications and productivity software now put their full focus on the
processing characteristics of a computer, whether the central processor or the
graphics. Despite this, we have to admit that computer RAM is still a vital
component, and also plays a very influential role in enhancing the efficiency
of the computer and improving its ability to complete tasks better and in
faster periods of time. But, have you ever wondered what is the use of computer
RAM?
Random
access memory (RAM) is a temporary storage capacity for the results of
operations that have been extracted and processed by the central processor.
When the computer needs these results, the processor can request this
information from the RAM memory and work on its results immediately.
Therefore,
it is necessary to have sufficient RAM capacity to allow the processor to do
all its tasks and store the results of its work so that it does not have to do
the same tasks over and over again. But nowadays, with the increase in the
number of video game enthusiasts, we are starting to hear incorrect (or you
could say not practical) information and advice about computer RAM. Therefore,
we decided to shed light on some of the information that is commonly circulated
in the computer world, and explain it in a different way so that it can be
better understood.
Equal pairs of rams must be purchased❌
Absolutely,
you don't have to buy two, four or six pieces equally if you need to increase
the RAM capacity of your device. If this information was correct, we would not
have seen all the hardware companies produce individual RAM pieces. The whole
idea is that a single piece will cause the Dual Channel feature to be disabled
and therefore the computer will miss a "slight" percentage of the
overall performance. Most third-party reviews confirm that the difference
between activating and disabling the Dual Channel feature does not exceed 3% at
best.
So
if you now have two 8GB pieces and each piece is 4GB, and you want to buy an
extra piece and only find one 8GB piece or for any reason you can't take
advantage of the fourth socket slot on the motherboard, there is no problem,
you can buy One 8 GB piece brings the total memory to 16 GB and the additional
capacity is used to enhance the overall performance of the computer.
You can't mix RAM types, storage capacities, or frequencies❌
This
information is completely incorrect, you can always install a 4 GB RAM piece
with 8 or 16 GB RAM next to it, as long as both are compatible with your
motherboard, you will not face any problems. The whole idea revolves around the
memory controller built into the central processor, which we call IMC for the
acronym of Integrated Memory Controller, which works best in an environment
with RAM pieces similar in characteristics and specifications.
Ram
pieces contain solid memory chips, these chips work at specific frequencies,
and work at a specific voltage, when all memory chips are united on the
motherboard, the integrated central processor controller (ICC) will work with
it as best as possible, and this is what prompts us always to buy a pair of
pieces The rams that come in one box are from one manufacturer and have the
exact manufacturing specifications.
But
what do you do if you now own an 8 GB segment and want to increase the RAM of
your computer to 16 or 32 GB, and despite that, you cannot find similar parts
in the market with the same specifications as the 8 GB you have now? Simply,
you can buy any piece of RAM in front of you with any specifications and it
will work without the slightest problem, even if the specifications are
completely different and the first piece is with a frequency of 2400MHz, the
second piece is with a frequency of 2666MHz, and the third is with a frequency
of 3200MHz, the computer will work very normally, but in this way you sacrifice
the Dual Channel Memory technology that is from It would
"theoretically" boost and speed up the performance of RAM.
But
on the ground, make sure you don't miss out on an impressive feature. The other
negative aspect is that all the RAM pieces will operate at a frequency less
than the RAM piece on the motherboard, and to complement the previous example,
that is, the three pieces will work at a frequency of 2400MHz, and in this way
you will lose approximately 1000MHz, which is a significant percentage in some
works and games that benefit from the speed of the frequency.
But
this point should not be a real obstacle or challenge to you, the most
important thing when buying computer RAM, even if the types, storage
capacities, and frequencies are different, it is necessary to just make sure
that these parts are compatible with the motherboard through the motherboard
page on the official website The company has a special section for Supported
Memory. Just like CPUs, you should make sure that the motherboard is compatible
with the type and frequency of RAM you intend to buy.
You don't need more RAM❌
Do
you now have 4 or 8 GB RAM and the usage rate does not exceed 50% while reading
the task manager? That's fine, but rest assured that increased RAM is more needed
than ever. Nowadays games, business software, browsers, and even the Windows
operating system itself are thirsting for a larger capacity of RAM. Here are
some tricks that help free up your computer's RAM and speed up its performance.
The
larger RAM capacity means that you will be able to run more applications at the
same time without feeling like the world's performance level of your computer
has slumped. In addition, you will be assured that in the future your device
will be able to function normally with all kinds of heavy tasks and modern
applications and games.
Now,
you should know for yourself, does your device need a RAM upgrade? Therefore,
in the end, you should consider buying a larger capacity of RAM and make sure
that it will bring you great benefit even if you do not feel it at the present
time, but it is a smart upgrade in the long term for your use of the computer.
More
RAM is more important than anything else
Of
course, larger RAM capacity is more important, but not always. For example, if
you now own 16 GB of RAM that operates at a frequency of 2400MHz, and tomorrow
you buy an additional 16GB of RAM at a frequency of 2400MHz, for a total of
32GB. Will you feel a difference in the overall performance, or was it better
to replace the first piece with a 3600MHz RAM piece and be satisfied with 16GB
RAM?
The
answer to this question depends on the required capacity and the size of your
business. If your current business does not require more than 16 GB, it is
better to buy RAM with a faster frequency because it will make a good
difference on the ground in “some work” and will increase the speed of computer
performance in some tasks and certainly in games. But before upgrading to a
higher frequency, it is necessary to first make sure that the motherboard and
the central processor can support this frequency. So in the end, it may not be
as important to increase the capacity of the RAM as it is to increase the
frequency to feel the positive difference in terms of performance.
Relying
on RAM cleaning programs enhances the speed of computer performance
This
particular piece of information is completely wrong. Cleaning RAM from
previously processed processes will invoke the central processor to do the same
tasks over and over again, which “in reality” causes delays and slow
performance. RAM should always be filled with the results of processing
necessary to manage the operating system and the rest of the programs that are
running, and the process of deleting it means that the central processor is
forced to do the same tasks and then will work to store it again in the RAM
memory as well.
Therefore,
if you want to positively boost the speed of your computer's performance, you
have no choice but to increase the RAM capacity and purchase an additional
piece of RAM for the computer. Even if the new part is different in frequency,
speed, or size from your current one, it is not a problem, but it is necessary
to buy it because it will help to better stabilize the operating system and
will enhance your productivity while working on business programs or even
browsing websites and playing some games.