Gaming comp

Netherborne

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Im trying to get a computer up and running in time for SWTOR. I want it to last me a while because im going to be putting quite a bit of money into it. I was just curious of how much RAM I should put in it. I know that more is better, but there is a matter of cost. I have my sight set on 24 gbs, but should I maybe look more towards a little less? (i.e. 18,16, etc.)
 
It will only get cheaper with time. Get 8 gigs. If you feel yourself needing more, which you almost 100% sure won't, then buy it. But no point wasting money on it if it's not being used.

PS: Check out Guild Wars 2 if you're going to play SWKOTOR. :)
 
really almost no games even rec more than 4gb's, 8gb's is truly just prefrence and slight overkill, but it is helpfull and a nice thing to have, why not post your build so we can see what you plan to do and maybe critique it and help you out there too.
 
yes, but if he wants to go for more 16 isnt too bad, and would last him a little longer woudlnt it? and its so cheap right now so why not

I would never recommend getting 16GB for a gaming build. When they start making games that need more than 8, then you'll have to upgrade your whole system, so its pointless.
 
also, no sandy-bridge board has more than 4 slots, and 8gb ram sticks are extremely rare, and the only one on newegg costs 300 for a single corsair 8gb ddr3 1600mhz stick, so there is no point in even considering ovr 16gb's which almost 0 people that have even use
 
Im only using the new computer for gaming. So, now that I know how much ram to get, should I get a 3.2 ghz or a 3.46 ghz processor?
 
Always go for a higher clock speed. If it's a matter of a dual 3.46 vs a quad 3.2 then get the quad because there isn't a whole lot of difference and newer games will benefit from a quad core.
 
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