Then you've got the flexibility options say you've had 2x4GB in then BF1 wants 10GB or JC3 is sucking up your 2x4GB if you've got 4 Dimm slots it's easily fixed just throw in another 2x8GB for 24GB and be done with it. Same with Dimm slots they sometimes fail so having 4 slots buys you time to decide what to do about it should one or two slots pack it in. Then you've got redundancy 4x8GB 1 set goes down no problem there's still another 2x8GB in there. Taking a board with only 2 Dimms to me is a bad choice if you're planning to keep the platform for years which most non elitist ppl do keep a platform for a good 5yrs or more.ĭimm count is just another form of upgrade path same as ram size. TBH, last year the majority of ppl on these forums were still flogging 8GB as the norm and no extra ram was needed, as far as what amount of ram you want or need in the future years it would be a guess. Originally posted by ILKA:Aye, but if im gaming, not doing modelling, wouldnt 16GB be enough? the motherboard can support 32GB in total, is 64GB just stretching it? There is always a chance that Intel might lower i5 pricing due to competition from the 1400/1500X. On a side note, I'd suggest waiting mid april for the CPU if you don't need a system right this minute. The 4 slots, better vrm cooling and extra fan header are worth it if the board doesnt cost too much more than the Gaming Pro. Or I might get the B250 MORTAR instead (it has 4 slots and 3 fan headers) 16GB (2x8GB kit) will work fine with the B250M Gaming Pro, and you'll have plenty enough ram to get you by for a few years. What motherboard is it? Even the lowest end B250 (Intel) or B350 (AMD) boards typically have 4 slots standard for a max total of 64GB. Originally posted by Meurock372:16gb is plenty for gaming and will be enough for a good while.

4 ram slots which ones to use