Top RAM (Memory) Recommendations For Your Gaming PC

Building the ultimate gaming set up or just starting out on your gaming PC build journey? We've got recommendations for all requirements and budgets. And if you need further advice about other gaming PC components, look no further. Our comprehensive mini guides will help you choose the tech that is right for you. 

 

1. Gaming CPU Recommendations For All Budgets 

2. The Best Motherboard For Your Gaming PC

3. HDD and SDD Recommendations For Your Gaming PC

4. PSU Recommendations To Power Up Your Gaming PC

5. The Best Graphics Cards (GPUs) For Your Gaming PC

6. The Best CPU Coolers For Your Gaming PC

7. The Best Gaming PC Cases and Towers

 

 

What Is RAM?

RAM stands for Random Access Memory – and it’s one of the most important parts to consider in your full gaming PC set up. It acts as a short-term memory storage unit, temporarily holding data from the game you’re playing.

 

More RAM equals better frame rates and more responsiveness – and helps your PC multitask if you’re doing other things at the same time. 

 

How To Choose RAM For Your Gaming PC

 

RAM sticks always work in pairs – so you’ll need to buy and insert at least two sticks. Check your motherboard to see how many slots it has (it’ll be an even number!) and then decide how much RAM you want: 8BG of RAM is the baseline for most games today, but we’d recommend going for at least 16GB to ensure solid performance on the most intensive games. 

 

Make sure your chosen components have low latency: this determines how quickly your RAM sticks can talk to your CPU, and therefore how fast they perform their tasks. The lower the latency, the better.

 

 

Entry-Level Recommendations

 

  

AMD // Intel

Patriot Steel 8GB Gunmetal Grey Heatsink  (1 x 8GB) DDR4 3200MHz DIMM System Memory Latency: 16

A solid starting point for both AMD and Intel-centred gaming pcs. Very affordable, good all-round performance and stylish design with a customised aluminium heat shield.

 

Mid-Level Recommendations

 

 

AMD // Intel

Patriot Viper Steel DDR4 16GB (2 x 8GB) 3600MHz   Latency: 18

If you’re going for 16GB of RAM at a good price, then look no further than this twin set of stylish, high-performance RAM sticks, compatible with both Intel and AMD gaming pc set ups.

 

 

Enthusiast Recommendations

 

 

AMD	Intel
Corsair Vengeance LPX 32GB Kit (2 x 16GB) DDR4 3600MHz   Latency: 18	Corsair Vengeance CMK32GX5M2D6000Z36 memory module    Latency: 36
For great performance on even the most memory-intensive games, this 32GB RAM kit – with two 16GB sticks – is a perfect fit for AMD gaming pcs and is designed for high performance overclocking.	Is 32GB of RAM overkill for gaming? We don’t think so. This twin 16GB set of RAM sticks takes Intel-based gaming pcs to a whole new level. You might have noticed the latency jumping up to 36 here – don’t worry, the clock speed makes up for this, and DDR5 is the latest tech on the market – which will elevate gaming rigs to a whole new level!

 

 

Ultimate Recommendations

 

 

 

AMD	Intel
G.Skill Trident Z RGB F4-3600C18D-32GTZR 32Gb   Latency: 18	Corsair Vengeance CMK32GX5M2D6000Z36 memory module 32GB 2x16GB DDR5 6000 MHz   Latency: 36
Slick, stylish and innovative, and packing a serious performance punch for your AMD full gaming pc set up, these G-Skill Trident Z RAM sticks offer 32GB of pure gaming power.	Our ‘Enthusiast’ recommendation for Intel gaming pcs extends up to our 'Ultimate' category – it’s just that good for performance!

 

 

What RAM Is Right For You?

 

 

 

Deciding which RAM components essentially comes down to the following questions:

 

• How many slots does your motherboard have for RAM sticks?
• Do you want 8GB, 16GM or 32GB of RAM?
• What can you afford?

 

We recommend 16GB of RAM – it will be more than enough for high performance on most games.

 

However, 8GB will be enough for casual light to moderate gaming, so there is no need to invest in more if that’s all you need. While if money is no object, and your motherboard has the capability, 32GB is the ultimate gamers’ dream.

 

Don’t forget RAM must be used in pairs, and must have the exact same specs to ensure they run correctly.

 

A Greener Tech Purchase

 

It's our mission to help you find the right product that will take your gaming to the next level. All the while reducing your impact on the planet. Find out how Gotraka can help you make more sustainable tech purchases.

 

If you need further guidance, our team of experts are on hand to answer any questions you have.