How to Test for Bad Memory (RAM) in Windows
When your PC starts stuttering or freezing up randomly, it’s time to don the detective’s cap and start looking into it. Testing your RAM for any memory errors should be the first step in this journey, as bad memory is the most common reason for such issues.
There are multiple methods (and tools) to test RAM, ranging from built-in Windows utilities to third-party software. We’ll go over each option in this in-depth guide to help you choose the best method.
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Should You Test Memory With or Without Pre-Booting?
For many years it was held that computer memory had to be tested with a pre-booting tool. This is because in old systems memory was quite limited. It wasn’t unusual to see the operating system corner a lion’s share of the system resources, leaving very little memory to be actually tested.
In modern computers, this is no longer a concern. PCs have more RAM capacity than ever before, and the operating system only uses a small chunk of this. This makes memory testing tools that function without pre-booting just as good as traditional testing software.
Moreover, the testing algorithms used by pre-booting tools are not that accurate at simulating real-life usage patterns. While these algorithms can ferret out big logical issues, many smaller errors can go undetected. For this reason, it’s recommended that you also test your memory using an application that can run within Windows.
Test Your RAM With the Windows Memory Diagnostic Tool
The easiest tool to get your hands on is the Windows Memory Diagnostic tool – because it’s built into Windows. You don’t need to create a bootable USB or download any app.
it’s also good at catching glaring memory errors, helping you spot a bad RAM module without much hassle. The only downside is that the tool is quite old, and doesn’t do that well at finding more subtle memory errors.
- To run the Windows Memory Diagnostic tool, type memory diagnostic in the search box and press Enter.
- Running the app brings up a prompt with two options. You can either schedule a check for the next time the computer is restarted or opt to Restart now and check for problems.
- After the PC has restarted, it will automatically initiate the Windows Memory Diagnostics Tool. Your RAM will be put through several tests, and the status will update if any errors are found.
- Once the test is complete, the computer should boot normally. According to the tool, you should get a message about the results of the test, but in practice, it rarely appears. To view the results, you must find the message in the Event Viewer. Right-click on the Start button and select Event Viewer.
- Event Viewer has a complicated interface. It displays logs of all actions performed on the computer, including system tasks. For now, navigate to Windows Logs > System from the list on the left.
- This will show a list of all system events, but finding the right one manually is an uphill task. Select Find… from the actions on the right.
- Enter MemoryDiagnostics to locate the records of the testing event. Close the box to view the details in the middle pane.
Use Passmark’s MemTest86 To Check Your RAM
The built-in Windows utility isn’t exactly the best RAM testing tool out there. It’s quite old. While it can spot basic errors, many advanced issues can often go unnoticed by it.
To comprehensively test your memory and rule out problems, we recommend MemTest86. A well-known tool, it’s a pre-booting application that thoroughly checks your RAM for errors.
- Head to the official website to download the free version of the software.
- As the application needs to boot from a pen drive, the setup is actually an image writing program. Use it to prepare a USB drive with MemTest86.
- Now when you restart your computer, MemTest86 will boot from the USB. You can press any button on the splash screen to pause the boot and configure the options first. On your first try though, we recommend leaving all options on their default values.
- After this MemTest86 will start running tests on the RAM. You can view the progress on your screen, including the number of errors found.
- Upon completion of the process, you’ll get a Result summary outlining the main issues discovered by the tests.
- You’ll be prompted to save an HTML report on the USB stick. Press y to do so.
- This HTML report can be accessed after your computer starts up normally, located on the pen drive. It contains a more detailed look at the tests and the resulting information.
Is MemTest86+ Different?
You may have heard of the software by a slightly different name: MemTest86+.
It’s just another branch of the same application, with mostly similar features. You generally shouldn’t have to use both of them. Pick any one of these versions and go with it.
Test Without Pre-Booting With HCI Design’s MemTest
All of the applications we have seen so far test the memory without the operating system running. That used to be the standard method, as Windows itself could hog a big part of the available memory, preventing the software from testing the complete RAM.
Nowadays, memory capacities are much higher than operating system requirements. Furthermore, pre-booted tests are bad at simulating actual RAM usage, and can often miss critical errors.
For this reason, it’s recommended to test your RAM with a testing tool that can run alongside Windows. And HCI Design’s MemTest is one of the best free applications to do that.
- To begin, download the MemTest from HCI Design’s website.
- No installation is required. Simply unzip the folder you have downloaded and run the application.
- You can now enter the amount of RAM that you want to test. By default, it tests all unused RAM, which is the best option. You should quit all other running programs before hitting the Start Testing button.
- As the test progresses, the app will display the coverage percentage and the number of errors detected at the bottom. it’s recommended to leave the app running for a few hours until at least 100% coverage is achieved.
Fast Memory Check With RAM Test
HCI Design’s MemTest is great, but it’s a tad slow. If you are looking for faster in-OS RAM testing, then you might want to consider RAM Test by Karhu Software.
As it’s a premium application, you need to buy a license to be able to use it. It’s the best option for those who need to test multiple PCs regularly, as the high speed really helps out in that case.
- To download the RAM test, buy a license from Karhu Software’s website.
- Upon running the application you get a window like this, similar to the previous tool but much more detailed.
You can view the amount of free memory, the total memory, and specify how many threads to run in parallel.
- When RAM Test is running, you can view the coverage and the error count at the bottom. Ideally, you should keep the app running for many hours to find all errors.
How to Diagnose RAM Problems On Your Computer
Whenever you face any unexpected errors while running your computer, it’s possible that the issue stems from bad memory. After all, running applications are loaded into the RAM during execution, and any errors in the memory sectors can hamper their smooth functioning.
Fortunately, checking your RAM’s health is not a difficult or highly technical task. You can test your computer’s memory using both bootable and non-bootable tools, quickly determining the source of your issues.
We recommend using at least one tool of each category, as this comprehensively irons out all kinds of memory errors. And if your memory turns out to be faulty after all, the only solution is to replace the RAM with the right type of memory.
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How to Diagnose, Check, and Test for Bad Memory
Common symptoms when your RAM has a problem
Though rare, there are times when the memory chips (aka RAM) on your computer can go bad. They usually outlast all other components on a PC because they have no moving parts and use very little power.
Since memory chips are one of the most essential components to any computer, any problems or issues will immediately manifest themselves in strange and sometimes confusing ways.
It’s also hard to instantly diagnose a problem as a RAM problem because most PCs have multiple RAM chips and not all of them will fail at once. When one fails and others work properly, a variety of odd behaviors will start to occur. Here are some symptoms of bad memory on a PC.
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RAM Issue Manifestations
1. Windows will freeze for minutes at a time regardless of what application you are using. It may take 2 minutes to open Word or 3 to 4 minutes to open IE. Usually performance issues are the first to appear and can easily be misconstrued as a virus or malware.
2. You get the infamous blue screen of death, but without having added any new hardware or installed any new software. If you’re getting the blue screens and haven’t installed any new drivers or Windows updates, it could be a memory issue causing the blue screen.
3. The PC restarts randomly while you are in the middle of doing something. Random restarts can also be attributed to a lot of different factors, but if you are having this problem in combination with any of the other mentioned, then it’s more than likely a RAM issue.
4. You start to notice files becoming corrupt on your system. If you’re working with a lot with certain files and notice that they are not saving properly or the data is being corrupted, you can narrow it down to the hard drive or memory. If you’ve run diagnostics on the hard drive and all is fine, then these read/write errors can be caused when parts of the file are stored in RAM.
5. You start to see strange colors or lines appear on the screen or things look garbled suddenly. Sometimes the memory issue can be so bad that the data being sent to the screen becomes corrupt and therefore displayed incorrectly.
6. When you boot the computer, you hear a beep, multiple beeps and a continuous beep. Depending on your manufacturer, a memory problem will be reported with a series of beeps.
I’ve seen this a lot of Dell machines. It’s almost always a RAM problem when the computer beeps.
Diagnose RAM Problems
The next step is to actually determine whether it is physical RAM installed on your PC that is causing problems. You can test this in one of two ways: either run software that checks the RAM or physically open the computer and switch out the RAM.
The ideal method would be to open the computer and take out one stick of RAM at a time and see if the problems go away. If you have two sticks, for example, take out one and restart the computer. If the problems persist, turn off the computer and put back the one you took out and take the other stick out.
If you have more than two sticks of RAM, follow the same procedure. If you only have one stick of RAM, then you’ll have to purchase another stick or try to use a compatible stick from another computer, if possible. Each computer takes a specific type of RAM, so you really have to check to make sure a stick from another PC will be compatible with yours.
On the software side, there are several programs and tools you can use to troubleshoot memory issues.
Windows Memory Diagnostics Tool
The easiest way to start is to use the Windows Memory Diagnostics Tool built into Windows. To get to it, open Control Panel and then click on Administrative Tools. You can also open Control Panel and just type the word memory into the search box. You’ll see a link to diagnose your computer’s memory problems.
It’ll then ask you if you want to restart immediately or run the test the next time you reboot. The computer will boot into the diagnostic tool and start running the test, which is broken up into two separate passes.
At the bottom you’ll see a Status field, which will show you any problems that have been detected. You can also press the F1 key and change a couple of options like the test type (Basic, Standard, or Extended), the cache setting, and the pass count. I have found this default test to be very handy and accurate over the years.
memtest86
memtest86 is by far the most popular amongst the memory-checking crowd and works very well. It’s been around since the 1990’s and has been recently updated to version 5.1. There is also a beta v6 in the works at the time of this writing.
In order to use it, you have to burn the ISO image that you download to a CD and then configure the PC to boot from the CD drive first. This is exactly what the Windows Memory Diagnostics Tool does, but it’s all built in and therefore doesn’t require these two extra steps.
What I like about memtest86 is that it also works with Mac or Linux computers too. So if the memory on your Mac system or Linux system is possibly bad, you can easily check using this tool.
Once you boot to the CD, you’ll get a menu with a couple of different options. If none of it makes sense, don’t type anything and it will automatically default to the first option.
The memory test will begin and it’ll show you at the bottom right if there are any errors.
Memtest86 has a bunch of memory tests that it runs on the system, so it takes quite a bit longer than the Windows memory tool. It’s a great tool and pretty much the industry standard for memory diagnostics.
There are other tools out there that do similar memory checks, but memtest86 is the most exhaustive and accurate out of all of them. If your memory is bad, the best place to buy RAM is from Crucial.com because it will only show you RAM that is compatible with your specific system. Enjoy!
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How to Check RAM Health on Windows
RAM often comes after software issues and hard drive fragmentation in terms of what we blame when there’s problems. But how do you check whether your PC has bad RAM? There are a couple of ways to perform a memory test, though, as is often the case, you’re likely to glean more info from third-party software than Windows’s handy but relatively simple in-house methods. We show you in this guide how to check your RAM health in Windows.
Symptoms of RAM Problems
Before doing any of this, you want to know that you’re barking up the right tree, so here are some telltale signs that your RAM might be having issues:
- PC beeps one or more times as it’s starting
- PC slows down the longer you keep it on
- PC keeps crashing
- Problems accessing files
- PC showing less RAM in System Information than you have added
How to Check RAM with Windows Memory Diagnostic
The quickest but least in-depth method to check your RAM is to use the Windows Memory Diagnostic. Click Start, type
mdsched.exe, then hit Enter. Restart the computer when prompted, and it will boot to the Diagnostic tool.
Press F1, then choose whether you want to run the Basic, Standard or Extended tests, which change how long it takes as well as the effectiveness of the tests. Windows will reboot automatically when you’re done, and you’ll receive a notification of whether errors were found when you re-enter Windows.
HCI MemTest
HCI MemTest is a rigorous – yet simple – RAM testing tool that you can leave running for several hours, a day, even several days. If your RAM is healthy, then it shouldn’t detect any errors – no matter how long you leave it running.
It’s very simple to use. Just download it, extract it, then open it. Your only option is to manually set how much RAM you want to test. You should set this between 2GB and 3.5GB, as it’s unlikely that your PC will be using more RAM than that when idling.
This memory testing tool can put a bit of strain on your CPU and RAM, so you’ll want to have all programs on your PC closed, make sure it’s well ventilated, then leave it to perform the RAM test for a few hours.
HCI MemTest is very direct in how it presents information. If you get a message saying “Memory error detected,” then you know you have a problem and will need to look into your BIOS or even physically check your RAM sticks to make sure they’re plugged in properly.
The longer you run HCI MemTest, the more accurate it will be. With that said, if your RAM is in bad health, then within an hour it may detect dozens of errors. Repeat the test to check your RAM health again, but if this happens, then it may be time to replace your RAM (or stop overclocking it!) on your Windows machine.
MemTest86
If the memory diagnostic doesn’t bring up any errors, but you’re still convinced that RAM might be an issue, then you may well be right, and it’s worth trying this more detailed tool to find out. This long-lived tool was once used mainly for PCs with 32-bit processors (hence the ’86’ in the name), but these days it’s just as useful testing memory on more recent 64-bit machines.
Download MemTest86, selecting the “Image for creating bootable USB Drive” option (or CD if you want to be old-school about it).
Extract the ZIP file to your hard drive, then double-click the “imageUSB” file to open the image creation tool. (You’ll need a USB flash drive you don’t mind wiping for this.)
Select the USB drive to be processed in Step 1 of the tool, then the current location of the “memtest86-usb” file in Step 3. (It’ll be where you extracted it earlier.)
Finally, in Step 4, click the “Write to UFD” button. Once it’s done, reboot your PC, and it will boot to MemTest86.
Once in MemTest, you can press anything, and it’ll automatically run a detailed memory test after about ten seconds. This may take a while, but by the end, you’ll know whether there are errors in your memory.
Physically Checking the RAM
So how do you then solve these errors that were turned up with your check of the RAM health on your Windows machine? Replacing the RAM is obviously the extreme option, but it’s also worth checking to see that it’s properly slotted into your PC.
Try removing the RAM sticks from your PC one by one and running the MemTest each time to see if the errors disappear. That way you can work out which stick (or which slot) was causing the problems.
If you find that errors pop up each time you have a certain stick in, it’s a problem with that stick. If there are problems each time there’s a RAM stick in a certain slot, then that slot could be the issue, at which point you could be looking at a motherboard replacement.
Frequently Asked Questions
1. What is RAM?
RAM stands for Random-Access Memory. It is used to store short-term information on your PC.
2. How do I keep my RAM healthy?
As with many components in your PC, the best way to keep your RAM healthy is to keep it cool. It doesn’t get as hot as your CPU or GPU, but it still generates its own heat, and you want to make sure you have good air circulation going through your case to cool it down. Or you could even look into a dedicated RAM cooler.
3. Is Overclocking RAM Safe?
If you’re thinking of overclocking your RAM, then it’s worth knowing that the gains of this are typically smaller than overclocking your CPU or GPU, and it can shorten the life of your RAM. Instead, if you have an XMP profile in your BIOS, you should enable that.
With your RAM health in good standing after a check of your Windows machine, why not benchmark your CPU to make sure it’s running as it should or check the health of your hard drive.
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I have a graphics card 1050, Intel i5 650 processor, and RAM 4GB
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Well, in my opinion, the RAM will certainly add a little fps, but for the most part it depends on the processing speed of the processor and motherboard, and also if the game is online, then on the speed of the Internet and the quality of the connection
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Not exactly what you think. Of course, if you add RAM, then multitasking will increase and the processor will work better, but this directly depends on the number of processes and the year the video card was released. If it is older than 15 years, and you, I see, are 17 years old, then it makes sense to throw it away. My answer is yes, but not much.
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The maximum FPS may not improve, but the average may increase. By adding RAM, although you will not improve the frame rate, you will make the game more stable, it will access the hard disk less often, plus in some cases the RAM can be used in case of a lack of video memory, and this again will reduce crashes. Let’s say if this year there is… Read more
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Yes, it will. Since your processor will simply devote more megabytes of RAM so that your game does not lag)
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For starters. FPS — a parameter related exclusively to the video card. Adding RAM, if it affects the FPS, then indirectly.
You need to add RAM to make it 16 GB.
Then the difference will be noticeable. However, they should all preferably be of the same frequency and timing.
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In fact, now 4 gigabytes of RAM is, in principle, very little. The most optimal is 16 GB. Preferably with two slats, but if the budget is too tight, then I advise you to add at least 4 GB 🙂
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Of course it will be better, and much better. 4 GB you have, it’s generally no good. Video and percent norms. Memory from 8 is needed in our time for comfortable work, for some games and more.
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The answer is no. Firstly, the processor has a different function, increasing RAM will simply allow you to run more programs, windows in the browser, etc. But now it’s not the case when increasing RAM increases FPS, now more about the reasons:
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Your processor is not so weak — 2 cores / 4 threads at 3.2 GHz — your video card is enough .
And 4 GB of RAM is very little now. Windows itself “eats away” 2-2.5 GB from you by default — for everything else, no more than 2 GB remains.
Sense to double the amount of memory — is.
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There will definitely be more FPS, since your processor is good, and adding additional RAM will play a role in
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Yes, add, if you add 8 gigs, then in games the FPS will rise by 5-15 positions, depending on what kind of game. And so look, whether it is possible to update your processor on your socket.
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if there is not enough in 4, then the system itself will still run, but you can do it for the future 16, 2 dies of 8
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How to check for bad memory (RAM) in Windows
detective cap and start investigating. Checking your RAM for memory errors should be the first step along the way, as bad memory is the most common cause of such problems.
There are several methods (and tools) for testing RAM, from built-in Windows utilities to third-party software. We’ll cover each option in this detailed guide to help you choose the best method.
Should I test memory with or without preload?
For many years, it was thought that the computer’s memory should be tested using the preload tool. This is due to the fact that memory was very limited in older systems. It’s not unusual for an operating system to use up the lion’s share of system resources, leaving very little memory for actual testing.
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In modern computers, this is no longer a problem. Computers have more RAM than ever before, and the operating system only uses a small fraction of that. This makes the no-load memory test tools as good as traditional test programs.
Moreover, the testing algorithms used by the preloading tools are not as accurate when simulating real usage patterns. While these algorithms can detect large logical problems, many smaller errors can go unnoticed. For this reason, it is also recommended to test your memory with an application that can run on Windows.
Test your RAM using the Windows Memory Diagnostic Tool
The easiest tool is the Windows Memory Diagnostic Tool because it is built into Windows. You don’t need to create a bootable USB drive or download any application.
it is also good for detecting explicit memory errors, helping to locate a failed RAM module without much hassle. The only downside is that the tool is quite old and doesn’t do a very good job of finding more subtle memory errors.
- To run the Windows Memory Diagnostic Tool, type Memory Diagnostic in the search box and press Enter.
- When you start the application, you are prompted with two options. You can schedule a scan the next time you restart your computer, or select the Restart now option and check for problems.
- After the computer restarts, it will automatically run the Windows Memory Diagnostic Tool. Your RAM will be subjected to several tests and the status will be updated if any errors are found.
- After the test is completed, the computer should boot normally. According to the tool, you should receive a message about the results of the check, but in practice it rarely appears. To view the results, you must find the message in the event viewer. Right-click the Start button and select Event Viewer.
- Event Viewer has a complex interface. It displays logs of all activities performed on the computer, including system tasks. For now, go to Windows Logs > System from the list on the left.
- This will list all system events, but finding the right one manually is not an easy task. Select «Find…» from the actions on the right.
- Type MemoryDiagnostics to find test event records. Close the box to see details in the middle pane.
Use Passmark’s MemTest86 to test RAM
The built-in Windows utility is not the best tool for testing RAM. He is quite old. While it can spot basic bugs, many complex issues often go unnoticed.
To test your memory comprehensively and rule out problems, we recommend MemTest86. A well-known tool, this is a pre-download application that carefully checks your RAM for errors.
- Head to the official website to download the free version of the software.
- Since the application must be loaded from a flash drive, the installation is actually an image burner. Use it to prepare a USB stick with MemTest86.
- Now when you restart your computer, MemTest86 will boot from the USB. You can press any button on the splash screen to pause the download and adjust the settings first. However, on the first try, we recommend that you leave all settings at their default values.
- MemTest86 will then run memory tests. You can view the progress on your screen, including the number of bugs found.
- At the end of the process, you will receive a summary of the results indicating the main problems found during the tests.
- You will be prompted to save the HTML report to a USB drive. To do this, press y.
- This HTML report can be accessed after your computer has booted normally and is located on a flash drive. It contains a more detailed overview of the tests and the resulting information.
How is MemTest86+ different?
You may have heard of a program with a different name: MemTest86+. It’s just another branch of the same app, with mostly similar features. Generally, you don’t need to use both of them. Choose any of these versions and follow it.
Test without preloading with MemTest HCI Design
All applications we’ve seen so far test memory without a running operating system. This used to be the standard method since Windows itself could take up most of the available memory, preventing the software from testing all of the RAM.
The amount of memory currently exceeds the requirements of the operating system. In addition, preloaded tests do not mimic actual RAM usage well and can often miss critical errors.
For this reason, it is recommended that you test your RAM with a test tool that can work with Windows. And MemTest by HCI Design is one of the best free apps for that.
- Get started, download MemTest from the HCI Design website.
- No installation required. Just unzip the folder you downloaded and run the application.
- Now you can enter the amount of RAM you want to test. By default, it checks all unused RAM, which is the best option. Before clicking the «Start testing» button, you must close all other running programs.
- As the test progresses, the application will display the coverage percentage and the number of errors found at the bottom. it is recommended to leave the app on for a few hours until at least 100% coverage is reached.
Quick memory test with RAM test
HCI Design’s MemTest is great, but it’s a bit slow. If you are looking for a faster operating system RAM test, then you should consider Karhu Software’s RAM Test.
Since this is a premium application, you need to purchase a license to be able to use it. This is the best option for those who need to regularly test multiple computers, as high speed really helps in this case.
- To download the RAM test, buy a license from the Karhu Software website.
- After launching the application, you will get a similar window, similar to the previous tool, but much more detailed. You can view free memory, total memory, and specify how many threads to run in parallel.
- When the RAM test is running, you can view the coverage and error count at the bottom. Ideally, you should keep the application running for many hours to find any bugs.
How to Diagnose RAM Problems on Your Computer
Whenever you experience unexpected errors while running your computer, the problem might be bad memory. After all, running applications are loaded into RAM at runtime, and any errors in memory sectors can prevent their smooth operation.
Fortunately, checking the status of your RAM is not a complicated or highly technical task. You can test your computer’s memory using both bootable and non-bootable tools, quickly identifying the source of your problems.
We recommend using at least one tool from each category, as this will completely eliminate all kinds of memory errors. And if your memory does turn out to be faulty, the only solution is to replace the RAM with the correct type of memory.
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RAM rating — TOP 15 models of 2021 they wrote that the OZP contributes to the productivity of the computer with a smaller processor, a video card and an SSD. Prote, the computer is a mutual system. That’s why operational memory is bad enough to «spoil» productivity, even if it’s to calculate the processor for idle time by clearing the required information from the OZP.
Zagalom, not obov’yazkovo kupuvat naydorozhchu operative memory, ale and abiyak go to the choice not varto.
Since we didn’t sit for years for hundreds of OZP models, we chose 15 shortest modules for 2021. At Top, only DDR3 and DDR4 have been upgraded, but old generations have already become old.
We chose 5 models each from the budget, mid-budget and top segments. Price at a glance with operational memory (for a rare vinnyatku) without intermediary deposit on duty and frequency:
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Budget price segment (up to 1500 UAH) – RAM with a frequency of up to 2400 MHz and a capacity of up to 8 GB; Sold in full planks.
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Medium-budget memory (1500-2500 UAH) — medium frequencies (2600-3600 MHz), total 8-16 GB; in this category, they are used as single modules, so there are sets of 2 strips each.
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Top modules of storage space (from 2500 UAH) – hardwired RAM and sets of storage space with a volume of 32 GB and more.
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~ 3300
DDR4 16GB (2x8GB) 4400 MHz Viper Stee Patriot (PVS416G440C9K)
4 205
DDR4 32GB 3000 MHz HyperX Fury Black HyperX (Kingston Fury) (HX430C16FB3/32 )
4 999
The PAM’yati, the Pam’iye, the Zdannoye System of Zadatniy Zadtanchita for Viczanoin, Basini Basodovih, When you reach the highest productivity of the system with one budgetary module, do not leave forever.
Most of the manufacturers of OZPs have the same chips from Samsung, Micron and Hynix. At the same time, strips with the same chips can have different characteristics. As a rule, the leaders of the market win against the competitors with the design of the architecture and the quality of the other boards (insulation, materials, wiring), and also build the same victorious components of the operating memory.
SODIMM DDR4 4GB 2666 MHz eXceleram (E404269S)
And here the whole point is in the timings: the frequency is more than 2400 MHz, but the latency is CL19- navishcha for 2666 MHz.
With any low cost, RAM will become the best option for a great laptop, so don’t put folding tasks in front of it.
The advantage is not only operative memory, but other modules like eXceleram is the fact that the manufacturer gives them a guarantee of 120 months. (Respectfully, if the warranty will not work during the overclocking, even if you change the parameters recommended by the manufacturer. )0077 Varto immediately insert a note, as there are three first modules from our top. 4 GB of memory to extract for the system, but for comfortable work, it is not enough. Today you need at least 8 GB. So you can see the 3 models of the varto, as you choose to increase the capacity of the OZP, but not for an independent vikoristannya.
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NEVISOSK LATENTST This is a good option, if you want to add OZP to your old laptop, but there is only one slot for that. 8 GB is the maximum capacity for the third generation of RAM. The model is given as a mid-frequency one for DDR3, but beyond the modern world it is necessary to do it right, to turn it on the minimum timings.
SoDIMM DDR4 8GB 3000 MHz NOX Series Apacer (EV.08G2Z.GGE) Apacer is one of the leaders in the RAM market. І NOX is a special series of OZP for gaming. Vaughn is optimized for game tasks, for those who are important and stable robot. There is not enough of a forward-thinking Goodram module in that there is only one fault. If you have an average budget, but you need a lot of OZP, then the given set is fine. The memory operates at medium frequencies for DDR4, and may have standard CL16 timings for it. By itself, it ensures good data transmission speed, and the dual-channel mode additionally promotes speed code. The top segment also uses kits for 32, 64 GB and with more memory. Such sets do not require swedes. Call them vikoristovuyut for folding calculations, de important obsyag OZP, and swidkіst go to another plane. For example, for rendering great and detailed scenes, CAD programs. Black Kudos PRO eXceleram (EKPRO4163818C) There are more victorious chips here, which allow them to practice at a higher frequency. In general, the scope for both modules is unaffected by anything. |