64 bit with 2 gig DDR2 - 800

[Carlton]

I'm a fan of 64 bit and run it whenever possible.

I'm going to do a new Vista installation for someone today and they have an option of 32 bit or 64 bit. Will 2gig of DDR2-800 (PC6400) be enough for 64 bit?

Thanks

 

[Sir Travis D]

Having a 64 bit operating system does not mean you need more memory, it just enables you to use more. With 2gb, you probably would not see any more performance than if you were using a 32 bit operating system. In terms of having enough, it depends on what you do. If you can afford it, you should get another 2gb stick because it will increase performance in gaming and other areas.

 

[Carlton]

Thanks

 

[Geoff]

RAM is so cheap now that you can get 4GB of DDR2 800 for $32, I suggest that you do that to improve performance in Vista.

 

[Damian Stormbow]

Having a 64 bit operating system does not mean you need more memory, it just enables you to use more. With 2gb, you probably would not see any more performance than if you were using a 32 bit operating system. In terms of having enough, it depends on what you do. If you can afford it, you should get another 2gb stick because it will increase performance in gaming and other areas.

RAM is so cheap now that you can get 4GB of DDR2 800 for $32, I suggest that you do that to improve performance in Vista.

Both are excellent replies and for what it's worth to you, I concur 100%! :good: