Windows 98 and Ram

[OdivO]

I know that windows likes to consume as much ram as possible, but is it true that once you go over 128mb there is no performance gain? I'm thinking of using 1 stick of mushkin 256mb pc133. Will I notice a considerable difference between 128 and 256 in windows 98?

[jadison]

U won't notice a considerable gain just using Windows by itself but, say ur also using Word, Power Point, IE5, Outlook, Adobe Photoshop, Q3, and a CD-Burner (for good measure), you will notice a gain, as long as you have a fast enough processor,
btw, what is ur processor and mobo?

That info. might help get a better answer...

-jd-

[OdivO]

I'm building a new amd system. Probably 700mhz athlon with either the new epox or the asus K7v, whenever it comes out.

[jad1097]

The more Ram the better.

[OdivO]

thanks guys

[Wilan Wong]

128mb RAM should be enough for Windows 98. If you install more RAM you will notice little difference. If you upgrade to Win2000 and you have 256mb RAM it should notice a difference from 128mb RAM (little, but noticeable). And all your apps run faster with more RAM, if you have a lot of RAM games would have a more consistent frame rate.

[The_Barbarian]

By default Windows 9X will only page 64mb of ram. Some apps will take advantage of more. One of the main things is to go UDMA66. Your computer will only perform overall as fast as the slowest componet will allow. If you have a 28.8 modem your internet will be slow regardless of your memory and CPU. And the main slow down on any app is loading it. Especialy the way code keeps growing.