{"id":5615,"date":"2021-03-19T16:47:18","date_gmt":"2021-03-19T11:47:18","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/propakistani.pk\/how-to\/?p=5615"},"modified":"2021-03-19T16:47:18","modified_gmt":"2021-03-19T11:47:18","slug":"how-to-choose-a-ram-compatible-with-your-computer","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/propakistani.pk\/how-to\/how-to-choose-a-ram-compatible-with-your-computer\/","title":{"rendered":"How to Choose a RAM Compatible with Your Computer"},"content":{"rendered":"

This article will guide you on how to choose the best RAM for your computer<\/strong> to enhance its performance. But in order to do so, we must first learn all about what a RAM is and how it affects the performance of your system.\u00a0<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

If you are experiencing a slow performance<\/strong> by your computer, it can be an indication of many problems that may have different root causes. However, most of the time, the problem is related to the shortage of RAM<\/strong> in your computer. When talking about performance, RAM<\/strong> plays a key role in determining how well your computer works.\u00a0<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

What is a RAM?<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/h4>\n

The acronym RAM<\/strong> is used to reference the computer\u2019s <\/span>Random Access<\/strong> Memory.<\/strong> It is used by the CPU and GPU<\/strong> to store temporary data while performing computer functions. In simpler words, you can call it the short-term memory of a computer<\/a>. The data stored in RAM<\/strong> can be recalled without accessing the hard drive. <\/span><\/p>\n

It is continuously refreshed and overwritten<\/strong>. Because of its short-term storage, it is way faster than any long-term storage device. However, it only holds data while the computer is functional, after which it erases all the temporary data<\/strong>.\u00a0<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Having a powerful RAM<\/strong> that can hold the right amount of memory improves the computer\u2019s performance drastically. So, basically, a RAM is what makes your computer perform functions faster<\/strong> and more smoothly.\u00a0<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Why do You Need to Upgrade Your RAM?<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/h4>\n

There are some applications that consume a lot of space on the system RAM such as your web browser<\/strong>. When you use a web browser, it allocates different memory to each new tab<\/strong>, thereby relying heavily on the RAM. In such cases, upgrading your RAM<\/strong> is a definite way to improve your computer\u2019s performance. <\/span><\/p>\n

If you are experiencing a slowed-down performance by your machine, it is most likely because your RAM is being overtaxed. A good way to confirm your <\/span>suspicions<\/span> is by checking the availability of RAM in your Task Manager.<\/strong>\u00a0<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

However, there is a slight difference between a desktop\u2019s RAM and a laptop\u2019s RAM<\/strong>. Desktops use DIMM<\/strong> which is the acronym for Dual In-Line Memory Module while Laptops use SO-DIMM<\/strong>, which is the acronym for Small Outline Dual In-Line Memory Module.\u00a0<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

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How to Check Which RAM is Compatible with Your System?<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/h2>\n

Before you decide to upgrade your RAM, you must know what kind of RAM you need<\/strong> to <\/span>fulfill<\/span> your requirements. In order to find out which RAM is best compatible with your <\/span>machine;<\/span> you need to follow these few steps.\u00a0<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

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  1. Go to the explorer bar on your Windows Start menu<\/strong> and type in \u2018System Information\u2019<\/strong>.\u00a0<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n
  2. Open the app.\u00a0<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n
  3. Look for System Summary<\/strong>, underneath which you will find Processor.<\/strong>\u00a0<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n
  4. Open this up to find out your <\/span>specific<\/span> processor and type.\u00a0<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n
  5. Use this information to search on the manufacturer\u2019s website regarding your specific processor. The website will tell you which RAM is compatible<\/strong> with your processor.\u00a0<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

    Some of the factors t<\/strong>hat can help you better understand what kind of RAM to choose<\/strong> are:<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n