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- RAM is an important component for a smooth PC experience.
- Linux does not require much RAM as windows.
- It is always better.
I am not going to start it with “back in day” because it is very easy and clear. In addition, it is now time to live in, and today’s rules and needs are not the same because they were 10, 20 or 30 years ago.
The modern Linux is powerful, flexible, stable and safe. With the exception of some more mild linux distribution, it is far more resource-dependent (like all modern operating systems).
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Consider this: The minimum system requirements for Ubuntu Desktop include only 4 GB RAM. I have run Ubantu on a virtual machine with only 3 GB RAM. Although those Ubuntu virtual machines are used only for testing purposes, 3 GB RAM is done very well. But I will never suggest that you should get with such a small amount.
Why is Ram so important?
Let’s first answer the question why Ram is so important. RAM acts as a sharp, temporary storage area for data that the computer is actively using. Essentially, your OS collects data in RAM because it is much faster than your local storage.
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RAM is important for speed and accountability, multitasking, better performance for demand tasks, a smooth user experience and future proofing your computer. Without RAM, your computer will behave badly (or not).
Doubling the minimum amount of RAM
But what happens if you double the need for that minimum system? Instead of 4GB RAM, you add 8GB. Looks like it should work, right? This will happen; However, you will soon get into trouble with Ubuntu (or any modern, non-lightweight linux desktop). Those problems may be involved:
- Limited tab available for your browser: Open 10+ tabs in any browser, and it can only cause problems with 8GB. Of course, it depends on the sites in the tab, but as a general rule, the lower the RAM you have, the lower the tab you can open.
- Gaming will not be an option.
- You will not be able to use a RAM drive for temporary files and thumbnails. A ramdrive helps reduce wear on SSD.
- You will not be able to use virtual machines.
- You will not be able to develop with the machine (especially given how some IDS are).
- The editing and rendering of the video will be problematic.
- Editing and construction of large, more complex images in GIMP will cause a recession.
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You see where I am going with it? 8GB RAM will be fine for limited use. You can use your browser, until you open too much tab; You can use an office suit, email, terminal and similar apps. Once you move away from such common, simple tasks, things become very difficult with 8GB of RAM.
Double
What if we go on 16GB of RAM, which is considered a sweet place for a long time? Things are going to do much better. In fact, with 16GB RAM, most problems with 8GB go away, except one – Ramdrive. The good news is that most users (especially new for Linux) are not going to be disturbed with a Ramdrive.
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With 16GB RAM, you can open more tabs in your browser, do some gaming, use virtual machines, develop, and make videos and pictures. I would say this, however: Providing a video with 16 GB RAM would mean that you will not be able to do anything else until the process is completed.
Double double
What if we go with 32GB RAM? At this point, everything gets smooth, you can play even more demanding games (especially if you have a dedicated GPU), present videos while doing multitasking, and have better luck with virtual machines. You can employ a RAM drive and add eye candy to the desktop as soon as you want.
With all that, what is the ideal amount of RAM for Linux today? In my opinion, it depends on your work. Let me break it.
- If you are using Linux for web browsing (with limited tabs), writing and editing, reading and sending emails, chatting, chatting, and no interested in gaming, then 8GB will be fine.
- If you have a lot of browser tabs open, then you want to do the work you do with 8GB RAM, want to do some mild growth, and want to do a bit of gaming and virtual machines, I would suggest 16GB RAM.
- If you want to do all this, play more serious games, and develop large projects, go with 32GB.
- If you In fact Want to proof your system in the future (which means you will not need to upgrade it for a long time), go with the maximum amount supporting your system (which is often 64GB).
In the end, the more RAM would be as much better. The way I decide how much RAM I need, to find out (from the above list) and then double it. What do I do on my Linux system (which is a ton of the tab, edit large images with GIMP, a lot of virtual machine and general productivity work), I need at least 32 GB RAM. If you double the amount of RAM, you feel that you will need, then you will know that your PC performs better for more time.
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Although Linux can perform with limited amounts of RAM, you may easily be disappointed as the system slows down under load. And the way today’s websites are made, they keep more demand on your system. You definitely don’t want to open Another tabOnly to find it brings your computer to a stop.
