
DDR5 vs. DDR4 Memory: Real-World Performance, Costs & Future-Proofing Insights
Alright, so you’ve seen the headlines: “DDR5 obliterates DDR4!” But TBH, it’s not that simple. I’ve been swapping RAM sticks for years—some humble budget builds and even a liquid-nitro overclocked monstrosity (LMAO)—and here’s my take. This piece isn’t your sterile spec sheet; it’s a first-person, kinda chatty exploration of what DDR5 really brings to the table versus its trusty predecessor, DDR4. Let’s dive in. Spoiler: It’s not all sunshine and rainbows. 1. Frequency & Bandwidth: Numbers Don’t Tell the Full Story On paper, DDR4 runs from ~2133MHz up to around 4266MHz at most stock settings. DDR5 kicks off at 4800MHz and can hit 8000MHz or more if you’re extra adventurous. According to the chart in your PDF (see page 1),...