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The Rise and Fall of RDRAM: A Tale of Ambition and Missteps

Your PC likely uses DDR5, DDR4, or perhaps even DDR3 memory, if it’s been a while since your last upgrade. But what if your RAM wasn’t DDR at all? Back in 1999, a company named Rambus envisioned a fut...
14 December ·
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· 94 · 1 · Kelly

The Origins of Common Tech Terms

Many of the tech terms we're familiar with today have roots in ancient times, or perhaps ancient in computer years. Let's explore the origins of some commonplace terms, starting with RAM, chipset, and...
22 July ·
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· 63 · Kelly

What Happens When You Remove Components from a Running Computer?

So, you've entertained the thought: what would happen if you started removing components from your computer while it's still running? While it might not be a common occurrence, let's explore the conse...
16 January 2024 ·
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· 167 · 1 · Jacob Enderson

Debunking Common Misconceptions About PCs

There's a lot of bad advice out there. Just look at the relationship forums on Reddit. But today we're going to steer you away from some common misconceptions about PCs that even you enthusiasts might...
08 September 2023 ·
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· 47 · Jacob Enderson

How Much You Need a Ryzen 9 5900x RAM?

As an AI language model, I don't actually "need" a Ryzen 9 5900x processor or RAM. However, I can provide you with information about the ideal RAM specifications for optimal performance with a Ryzen 9...
08 May 2023 ·
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· 67 · Farhat adnan Bhatti

The Role of RAM in PC Building: How Much Do You Need?

RAM or random access memory is a critical component in any PC build. It plays a crucial role in the performance of a computer and having the right amount of RAM can make a significant difference in ho...
07 April 2023 ·
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· 91 · Shoaib Shaikh

Why isn't GPU RAM upgradable?

Upgrading your main system memory is a piece of cake. You buy a DDR module, you slot it in, and enjoy. But have you ever wondered why you can't do that with video RAM on your graphics card? This is a...
09 May 2021 ·
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· 54 · Alex

Build A PC For Under $600 (Early 2021)

So, you already know from the title that this article is from early 2021 and right now the market for PC components isn't in a very good way. Supply chain squeezes have made it really difficult to get...
19 March 2021 ·
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· 424 · Den W.

Is Your RAM Slowing You Down?

You know, buying RAM for your computer isn't so easy. There's a lot to take into account: how much to get, what speed you want, and whether it's worth paying a few bucks more to make the inside of you...
28 January 2021 ·
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· 76 · Jacob Enderson

The Magic Behind RAM

Every computer needs RAM to function. But did you know that pretty much all the RAM we use these days uses some clever tricks to run much faster than otherwise would. Even older RAM like DDR3, uses t...
27 November 2020 ·
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· 100 · Alex

How Your Graphics Card Will Get To 8K

The focal point of any graphics card, once you get past the RGB lighting of course, is the GPU itself, which does all the number crunching that pushes the frames of your favorite games to your screen,...
30 September 2020 ·
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· 314 · Alex

How much RAM do you REALLY need for Macs in 2020?

Now that Apple has refreshed their 2020 iMac with absolutely killer specs and features, a lot of you guys are upgrading, so we created a Buyer’s Guide to help you figure out which model and whic...
22 August 2020 ·
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· 4.1K · Den W.

Can Memory DAMAGE Your CPU?

If you buy something, you want it to fulfill its proper function, whether that's cleaning your toilet, mowing your lawn, or giving you a dining experience, similar to what's indicated by the picture o...
12 August 2020 ·
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· 955 · Alex

2020 5K iMac RAM Upgrade Guide - Save $2100 on 128GB!

If you think Apple overcharges for RAM, you’re absolutely right. They charge $3,000 to go from 32GB of RAM to 192. So in this article, I’ll show you how easy it is to replace it yourself and get 192GB...
10 August 2020 ·
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· 156 · Alex

MORE and FASTER Memory Is Coming... DDR5

Faster is better with many things in life, including today's topic, DDR5 memory. DDR5 is expected to be twice as fast as DDR4, which mainstream PCs have been using for years now. Initially, the manufa...
05 May 2020 ·
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· 55 · Alex

MSI GS66 RAM Upgrade Worth It? DDR4-2933 vs DDR4-2666

The MSI GS66 gaming laptop sells with DDR4-2666 memory despite the new Intel 10th gen platform supporting DDR4-2933, so let’s find out what sort of a performance difference this actually makes i...
01 May 2020 ·
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· 7K · 1 · JT

Best RAM for Your PC in 2024

To build and/or upgrade a PC, one of the most important aspects of choosing the right components is having the best RAM and internal hard drives. EliteHubs has a large variety of RAM and internal HDDs...
26 June ·
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· 11 · Shantnu Singh