How Much RAM Should I Have?

[Danielzxzx]

I only have 3GB of RAM and only 2.73GB of RAM is usable. My games run really slow even on the lowest quality. How much RAM should I get so my games run faster?

 

[richc46]

4 is fine, except for high usage programs and games etc. I have 6gb and it is much more than enough. You will never show total 3 as usable.

Ignore reg cleaner.

http://www.sevenforums.com/performa...uggestions-proper-maintenance.html#post764471

http://www.sevenforums.com/tutorials/11728-optimize-windows-7-a.html?ltr=O

 

[Zepher]

you probably have a slow CPU and your onboard video is not up to snuff.
what notebook or PC are you running?

 

[Shadowjk]

I only have 3GB of RAM and only 2.73GB of RAM is usable. My games run really slow even on the lowest quality. How much RAM should I get so my games run faster?

Also Have you met the CPU Requirements for the Game?

Having a CPU that can't cope with the Game can cause the Game and the OS to Slow down

 

[Danielzxzx]

I am using Windows 7 64-bit. That is all I know about the PC I am using. How much does RAM cost and where can I get it? How do I add the RAM into my computer after I take the cover off?

 

[Shadowjk]

Download and Install Speccy to Find Information that you Don't know.

See Speccy - System Information - Free Download To Download Speccy

Hope This Helps,
Josh

 

[Thorsen]

I saw that you have lots of questions in your System Specs. Along with Speccy, it is good to know what the hardware is. Here is a good guide on what each piece of hardware is: Basic Computer Tutorial

Edit: that tutorial has to be ten years old... I can't find anything yet for Laptop components....


For internet speed if you ever wonder how fast your connection is, you can check it online here: Speedtest.net - The Global Broadband Speed Test


Yet more info: This is your video card: Notebookcheck: ATI Radeon HD 3200

If you look at this link you can see comparable games and the fps (frames per second) that the card is capable of.

 

[Danielzxzx]

Here is some infor that that software gave me:

Operating System: MS Windows 7 Home Premium 64-bit
CPU: AMD Athlon II X3 425 Rana 45nm Technology
RAM: 3.0GB Single-Channel DDR2 @ 399MHz (6-6-6-18)
Motherboard: Acer RS780HVF (AM2)
Graphics: Q71-9 @ 1024x768 ATI Radeon HD 3200 Graphics (Acer Incorporated [ALI])
Hard Drives: 732GB Seagate ST3750528AS SCSI Disk Device (SCSI)
Optical Drives: ATAPI DVD A DH16AASH ATA Device
Audio: Realtek High Definition Audio.

I will update my System Spec soon.

 

[Danielzxzx]

Anyway, can anyone please answer my questions for RAM? I will recopy it here:

How much does RAM cost and where can I get it? How do I add the RAM into my computer after I take the cover off?

 

[Thorsen]

Bravo on the specs. the Ram that is in the computer might be as much as you can have, but I don't think it will increase game performance. Did you look at the link for your Graphics card?

I will check for more info.

 

[Danielzxzx]

I looked at the link but did not read much in it. How do I find out how much RAM my computer can have?

 

[Thorsen]

The graphics that you have is an integrated Graphics chip. your best bet for increasing performance is gonna be getting a dedicated graphics card. As for the Ram, I am having trouble finding a compatible stick. I think any PC2-3200 Ram will work, but it says single channel, so I want to make sure.

EDIT:I don't want you to mess up your system trying to add incompatible ram!

Also, Motherboards can only support so much RAM your board should support 4GB of RAM, but Im having trouble finding any Motherboard info online.

Still. your best upgrade right now would be getting a dedicated graphics card.

Edit: As for that ^^^ you still need to know what your motherboard can use. found better info

 

[Danielzxzx]

so a better graphics cards will increase graphics AND performance or just graphics?

 

[DocBrown]

Acer Motherboard RS780HVF


Please see below for the Memory ( RAM ) upgrade options available for the Acer Motherboard RS780HVF.


Memory Details for the Acer Motherboard RS780HVF

Standard Memory :0MB (Removable) Maximum Memory :8GB Total Memory Slots :4 Memory Type DR2 PC2-5300 (667MHz) DIMM Notes :

 

[pparks1]

Your performance issue is your video card. that will increase your ability to increase the resolution and the quality in the game and the game will play at normal speeds rather than slowing down when you try to play. Integrated video cards and gaming do not go well together.

 

[Thorsen]

a little. because the chip is integrated, the 512 memory its using is from your 3GB of ram. the chip is using a chunk of it. A dedicated card would allow you to run the graphics without needing to use the 512m of RAM that the chip is using. I can't say what is the best card for your case though. I don't have enough info. I am also not there looking at it to really tell you.

From info I have found, you should be able to use 8GB of RAM. so you could upgrade that. But I cant find your PCI slot type which is important. If you can take it to a computer shop, they can open it up and tell you what kind of slot you have and what kind of card you can use. Thats my best advice for now. I don't know how to find out more info. This Acer mobo has no info online. like none at all.....

 

[pparks1]

Also, keep in mind that your computer probably has a small power supply (250-300w) which is probably adequate for what you currently have in the box...but if you plan to add a nice higher end card...you are most likely going to be looking at upgrading your power supply as well.

 

[Thorsen]

As for what Doc said, you can use 667mhz RAM, but with RAM if you have 400mhz RAM already installed, running both will set all to the lower speed. I didn't know you could use PC2-5300 (667mhz)... the info I saw from your specs is that you are currently using PC2-3200 (399mhz)

 

[Wishmaster]

If you upgrade you RAM, it would probably be best just o get a 2x2 kit (4GB) and get rid of what you currently have. Rather than trying to find a match, or mix & match RAM.


However, as others have already suggested.... and I too agree.

Adding more RAM will likely not help gaming performance.

4GB is the sweet spot for 7, but with 3Gb you should be fine. Also, with a dedicated graphics card, you will have the full use of your 3GB, so you'll gain 256MB of useable RAM.

The most noticable improvement will be getting a dedicated Graphics Card and disabling the onboard.
But you may need to look into a bigger Power Supply as well.

After you get the GPU and Power Supply upgraded, you should see a significant improvement in games.

After that, then worry about upgrading to 4GB of RAM if you still want to.

That would be my suggestion if the purpose here is for games to play better.

 

[whs]

Scan your system with this tool ( RAM Memory Upgrade: Dell, Mac, Apple, HP, Compaq. USB drives, flash cards, SSD at Crucial.com ) Then you will know what your options are and how much it will cost. Installing RAM is easy - we'll discuss that later.