Memory

What is the meaning of DRAM? DRAM CPUs and GPUs explained.

What is the meaning of RAM and how much RAM do you need? RAM, product names, DDR4, DDR5 and SRAM explained.

What’s the meaning of ECC memory? ECC memory in RAM explained.

What is the meaning of a RAM’s CAS latency or CL timing? Latency and RAM performance explained.

Overcoming slow system memory can unlock the potential of your processor and optimizing your RAM can be the key to a fast, balanced PC.

Jim Reece debunks the most common computer memory myths with input from the Tom’s Hardware community and well-regarded DRAM manufacturers.

DRAM is probably one of least understood components in a computer. Here are answers to our readers’ most common questions about memory.

Have you ever come up with your own idea for a killer rig? Don't forget to tell us about it on the Tom's Hardware forums. The following ten setups were configured by forum members and chosen as winners in the Q2 2014 BestConfigs Poll.

Not all games are held back by graphics performance. Some seem to be CPU-limited. However, we've even seen benchmark results that appeared to be affected by memory bandwidth. Today we compare quad-channel, dual-channel, and low-latency configurations.