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Adding more RAM can actually be worse for gaming — don't make the same mistake

If you've been a PC gamer for a while, you probably remember the days when free RAM was a luxury. The first PC I built in the mid-2000s had just 2GB of RAM, and thanks to price fluctuations, even my ...
ZDNet

I compared virtual RAM with real RAM on my Windows PC – here’s what the numbers told me

It’s been a rough seven months or so for shoppers. Prices for RAM and PCs have surged to record levels, fueled in part by the rise of generative AI and broader economic turmoil. Because of the price ...
PC Magazine

RAM Reality Check: How Much Memory Does Your PC Actually Need in 2026?

The AI hardware boom is sending memory prices sky-high, so knowing exactly how much you need is more critical than ever. I've worked out the most realistic RAM goals for every type of PC. I’ve been a ...
PC Magazine

Buying or Building a PC in the RAM Crisis? Here's How to Avoid Paying the 'AI Tax'

Building or buying a PC in 2026 just keeps getting more expensive, with memory and storage prices surging. I've been building PCs for a long time, so here's how I would save my money. I have been ...