Is dual channel better than 4 sticks of RAM?

Yes… dual channel works with 2 or 4 but be aware that this puts a greater load on the memory controller.

Can I have 2×4 and 1×8 RAM?

Not possible at all. The RAM must be the exact same kit to work.

Is it better to have 2 sticks of RAM or 1?

These adjustments when subjected to higher loads will make the memory sub-system reliable. Eventually, installing four sticks of 2GB RAM is always better than using two sticks of 4GB RAM or a single 8GB RAM module. In addition to being reliable, the increase in the number of sticks will make the system faster.

Can I use 2×8 and 2×4 RAM together?

A sure sign that your memory modules are NOT matched pairs. Unless they were packaged together in the same package, and labeled as a pair (2 x 4GB or 2 x 8GB) they are not guaranteed to work together. Even if each package is matched there is no guarantee that two kits, of different sizes, will work together.

Can dual-channel RAM be different sizes?

Most modern motherboards will provide four RAM slots. There’s a prevailing misconception you cannot use different RAM sizes together or that you cannot mix RAM brands. For the best system performance, it is advisable to use RAM sticks by the same manufacturer, of the same size, and of the same frequency.

Which is better 1×8 or 2×4 Ram?

The reason for 2x4gb is something called dual channel mode, which is proven to be almost useless. Do 1x8gb for expandability. Completely negligible performance effect, tangible benefit. Also simpler….Would you recommend [1×8] or [2×4] Memory RAM and why?

Is 2×4 Ram better than 1×8?

A dual channel ram(2×4) is better than a single channel ram(1×8) because the maximum bandwidth of the memory doubles, because both modules are accessed simultaneously.

Can I use 8gb RAM in one slot instead of 2x4gb RAM?

Yes you can. And you’ll get the full 16 gb too. But here’s the thing, Games use dual channel memory to collectively read and write information. Using an 8gb stick with 2x4gb sticks will prevent dual channel interaction as the games will only be allowed to communicate with either the 8gb stick or the 2x4gb sticks.

Can you use 2 16GB and 8GB RAM together?

Yes you can mix memory modules. However keep in mind, your system will only be as fast as “the slowest member”. I encountered a laptop where the owner had swapped memory modules from other systems to end up with 24GB of memory. It is doable to do 8GB & 16GB in a two slot DDR3 & 4 systems.

Does dual channel require same size?

No. Dual channel means that you have two RAM chips of the same capacity in your. For example, 8 + 8 = 16gb.