Single Channel or Dual Channel Memory for APU?

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Hello and good day.

I am currently on a dilemma on what since I'm on a very tight budget. I've already got a motherboard which is a Gigabyte F2A85X D3H motherboard. The only thing I'm lacking now is a processor and a memory module.

 

I have two choices:

1.) Go for A10-5800k and get a 4gb single stick 2133mhz CL9 RAM.

2.) Go for A8-5600k and get 2 sticks of 4gb 2133mhz RAM.

 

Since APUs rely on the speed of the memory, I'm also confused whether single or dual channel is better.

Thanks for your guidance!

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More sticks = higher bandwidth

Less sticks = more options for the future to get 8gb (which is about what you'll want for gaming.

Also make sure your mobo can handle 2133... 1866 might be the best you can go.  Also the a10 has the best integrated graphics on the market... so you'll probably want to go there if you want to be able to handle heavier graphics and smoother gameplay... on the other hand if you can save a bit and grab a cheap 7770 in a couple months the a8 will be just fine for budget.