X-bit labs ran some tests to find out if 2GB of memory is better than 1. The extra RAM is great in high end applications but, in most gaming situations and in general purpose apps increased performance only showed up during some extreme instances. An informative piece which shows the majority of gamers and regular PC users are safe, at least until Vista ships.
Is 2GB of Memory Necessary?
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