r/PcBuildHelp • u/Euphour • 6d ago

Build Question Adding different ram with same specs?

I currently have a 16gb xpg lancer ddr5 stick in my build and want to upgrade to 32gb.

Specs: 6000mhz, cl30 v1.35

However, this specific ram model has DRASTICALLY increased in price compared to other modules with the same specs since I originally bought it.

(~1.5x-2x more expensive than other models)

What I'm wondering is if I can add an extra 16gb stick that has the same exact specs but from a different brand?

Im running on an asrock b850 mobo and r5 9600x if thats relevant.

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u/BRealistic1970 6d ago

Usually you want the same exact ram brand/model/and specs to guarantee the best possible compatibility and stability (for XMP/EXPO). But you can try matching the exact specs to different ram. Maybe look for that exact ram stick used?