How Much RAM Do You Really NEED in 2026? (8GB vs 16GB vs 32GB DDR4 BUDGET Test)

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In this video I test 8GB vs 16GB vs 32GB DDR4 on a Ryzen 5 3600 + RTX 2060 Super to see the real difference in gaming, multitasking, and everyday use, and with RAM prices still high, a lot of people are asking if 32GB is actually worth it or if 16GB is still the sweet spot. I put all three capacities through the same tests so you can decide what’s best for your system. Sponsor VIP-Scdkey 35% OFF Code: BFTYC Windows 11 Pro (23$):https://www.vip-scdkey.com/sks/BFTYC11 Windows 11 Home (21$):https://www.vip-scdkey.com/sks/BFTYC11H Windows 11 LTSC(15$):https://www.vip-scdkey.com/sks/LT2024 Windows 11 LTSC Iot(24$):https://www.vip-scdkey.com/sks/T12024 Windows 10 Pro (18$):https://www.vip-scdkey.com/sks/BFTYC10 Office 2016 Pro(28$):https://www.vip-scdkey.com/sks/tyc2016 Timestamps 00:00 is 8GB actually doable? 01:09 Marvel Rivals, both 1080p low and high settings. 03:13 Fortnite 1080p Low. 04:14 an undervolt makes an appearance. 04:44 RE9 05:04 007 First Light 05:28 Black Myth Wukong 06:12

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