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How much RAM do you really need in 2025?


Modern workloads have forced users to increase the amount of RAM on computers, but how much is enough? Here's what you need to know.

Over time, I learned to narrow things down to what I call the "performance trifecta" -- three main components you should be mindful of when buying a laptop or desktop: processor, storage drive, and RAM. Let's be real here: the average worker is probably running dozens of tabs in their browser, a handful of apps in the background, and (possibly) generative AI, all of which can easily consume a laptop's RAM. The remote experience has made me extremely selective about what I choose to make my main computer, as I want to ensure the devices I use can handle my day-to-day tasks.

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