DDR5 Memory: Time to Upgrade?
DDR5 Finally Makes Sense!
Prices dropped 40% while speeds jumped 30%
Breaking Down the Numbers:
Gaming Impact: DDR5-6000 CL30 shows 8-15% gains over DDR4-3600 in CPU-bound scenarios
Productivity Boost: Content creators see 20%+ improvements in video editing/rendering
Sweet Spot: DDR5-6000 CL30 offers the best price-to-performance ratio for Ryzen 7000
Our Recommendations:
Budget Builds: DDR4 still viable for Intel 12th/13th Gen
New Builds: Always DDR5 - the price gap is now minimal
Enthusiasts: DDR5-7200+ for Intel, DDR5-6000 for AMD (sweet spot)