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If you have more RAM it means that your MacBook Pro will normally feel faster as you are using apps, especially if you are opening multiple apps, or web browser tabs, at the same time. It’s where apps and data live while you are actively using them. Without getting too technical, RAM gives your computer a high-speed temporary work space. PS: for those interested, the DDR3 memory fact sheet for the Macbook Pro mid 2012 is based on part number HMT325S6CFR8C made by SK Hynix from China.There are two types of "memory" in a computer, RAM and drive storage. Perhaps in the future I will take out the other 2GB stock RAM and add another 8 GB of RAM. iPhoto opened in 2,5 seconds (with 2x 2GB it was more like 20+ seconds). I opened Logic Pro X with 30 audio tracks (x 3 plugins per audio track) and WOW, it just did not overload (as it would have done with 2x 2GB of stock RAM). Just had the Kingston DDR3 (PC3-12800) 1600mhz 8G module (product number: kvr16s11 ) installed in slot 0 (and the remaining 2GB of stock RAM remained in slot 1) now totalling 10GB of RAM.
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I'm personally not a fan of the "value ram" from any manufacturer and don't recommend it unless the manufacturer states it will work in a Mac and the user of that Mac doesn't do much of any CPU/memory intensive work on their machine - purchasing "value ram" not specifically for a Mac is where you're going to see the highest percentage of incompatibility. These are what the overclockers are buying. The higher end modules will have both a lower CAS rating (CL) and typically will run at a wider range of voltages.
If you can walk in - I'd carry the MBP with you and try the Blue modules right there in the store. We recently had a member (was either in Sweden or Poland I think) that had purchased an upgraded RAM from the local Apple reseller with his new Mac - wouldn't work - they actually replaced his Mac twice before they figured out the issue was the 1.5v RAM they had been putting into his computer.ĭown to your issue - no Apple reseller close - can you walk in to that shop - if it doesn't work, what is the return policy of that store? There is an issue of memory not working at the lower 1.35 volts. They may all work, could be none of them will work. None of the part numbers match anything Kingston recommends for your Mac. With the particular work you have mentioned, you "might notice" an improvement with the lower CAS ratings. Lower CL timings = faster memory = higher price. Any major difference between HyperX Black (CL10) and HyperX Blue (CL9) ? Or should I go with the RAM in the 1st link? (CL11) The only difference seems to be with the latency (CL11 vs CL9 vs CL10).
I have also had a look at the Kingston website ( Pro (DDR3)&Model=78047# ), which actually makes a URL referral to another webshop in Romania where I can buy 8GB of Macbook Pro compatible RAM (which is identical to to the 1st RAM option mentioned at Emag.ro)Īll 3 of them ar 1,5 Volts, 1600 Mhz, 204 pin, and all compatible with Apple Macbook Pro's. Memorie Kingston HyperX Black 8GB, DDR3, 1600MHz, CL10, 1.5V - eMAG.ro Memorie Kingston HyperX blu 8GB, DDR3, 1600MHz, CL9, 1.5V - eMAG.ro Memorie Kingston 8GB, DDR3, 1600MHz, SODIMM - eMAG.ro
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So what is the issue with the voltage, is it really such a big deal? (from what I read, it is not)Īs I have limited options I kindly ask for your advise on what RAM I should use (I wish to install 1x 8GB not 2x 4GB) - the site is in Romanian but I think one can figure out the details pretty easily) I have also heard that people who replaced their Macbook Pro (2012) RAM, found out that the Apple installed RAM was also 1.5 Volts (not 1,35 Volts). There is one issue that has different opinions:It seems that RAM modules for the Macbook Pro need to be 1.35 Volts, but on so many forums people are saying that any RAM which needs 1,5 Volts (Corsair, Kingston) also works flawlessly. I read that Kingston (when choosing the right RAM) is compatible with Macs, and on some forums I read that their RAM works great with a Macbook Pro) I can choose between Kingston or Kingmax.
I am pretty limited in what and where I can buy RAM (as I have 100 EURO in vouchers to be spent in one particular shop.
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I use my Mac extensively with Logic Pro X (and numerous audio plugins and software synths) as well as the odd movie making in Final Cut Pro.
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I own a Macbook Pro (mid 2012) i5, 2,5 Ghz with 2x 2GB (Apple) RAM, and I have done extensive research on a RAM upgrade and I have figured out what to look for (e.g.