[Build Help] Adding more RAM, need some info
I have this kit of RAM (2x4GB, CAS10, 1866MHz) and I need another 8GB because After Effects is running incredibly slow even when it's the only thing open.
I know I need more RAM from having similar issues in Photoshop and fixing it by closing some things but AE needs so mch more RAM. I just don't remember as much as I did a year ago about computer parts. I don't know what specs need to match up for the best experience other than needing dual channel. Am I fine with any CAS, MHz and brand? Ideally I would buy this or this since I would like black heatspreaders but if I have to match CAS and MHz then I'd just buy another set of my original RAM which is $10 more.
My current build is as follows. Not sure if it might mean anything in regards to what RAM I can get.
PCPartPicker part list / Price breakdown by merchant
| Type | Item | Price |
|---|---|---|
| CPU | Intel Core i5-4430 3.0GHz Quad-Core Processor | Purchased For $110.00 |
| Motherboard | ASRock Z87 Extreme4 ATX LGA1150 Motherboard | Purchased For $125.00 |
| Memory | Kingston Fury Black Series 8GB (2 x 4GB) DDR3-1866 Memory | Purchased For $0.00 |
| Storage | PNY XLR8 120GB 2.5" Solid State Drive | Purchased For $45.00 |
| Storage | Kingston HyperX 3K 240GB 2.5" Solid State Drive | Purchased For $0.00 |
| Storage | Seagate Barracuda 2TB 3.5" 7200RPM Internal Hard Drive | Purchased For $90.00 |
| Case | Fractal Design Arc Midi R2 (Black) ATX Mid Tower Case | Purchased For $115.00 |
| Power Supply | XFX 550W 80+ Bronze Certified ATX Power Supply | Purchased For $25.00 |
| Case Fan | Cooler Master SickleFlow 69.7 CFM 120mm Fan | Purchased For $3.00 |
| Case Fan | Cooler Master SickleFlow 69.7 CFM 120mm Fan | Purchased For $8.00 |
| Other | PNY GTX 660 Ti | Purchased For $130.00 |
| Other | Ralink RT5370 USB WiFi Adapter | Purchased For $15.00 |
| Prices include shipping, taxes, rebates, and discounts | ||
| Total | $666.00 | |
| Generated by PCPartPicker 2015-04-07 05:43 EDT-0400 |
Posted Apr 7, 2015, 9:48 AM UTC
matching speeds and timings with what you currently have is best, mixing will result in running at the slowest speed and timings that every card can handle.
Thanks, just bought a matching set from newegg!