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For instance, RedMagic recently announced its latest phone, the RedMagic 10 Pro.

Buy or Skip: What does RAM do?

The Asus ROG Phone 9 Pro playing Ex Astris while attached to the AeroActive Cooler X Pro

So what is RAM andhow much do you generally need?

RAM, also known as Random Access Memory, functions as a rig’s short-term memory.

When in use RAM stores data for currently running apps and processes.

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Essentially, the more RAM a phone has, the faster it can relay necessary information to the user.

Also, some feature require a set amount of RAM to work properly.

The reality is, as always, that it depends entirely on what you use the unit for.

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As such it would make sense that you would need this much RAM to trigger the games right?

Well, it’s not quite that simple.

Firstly, yes having 24GB of RAM on your phone will make it blisteringly fast.

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That means that you’ll be able to game and edit videos with no issue.

Heck, you’re free to actually play the firstGod Of War on PC with only 8GBquite happily.

That’s because, while RAM is important, it isn’t the only factor.

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Buy or Skip: Conclusion

So, is the 24GB a buy or a skip?

It really depends on your usage.

There is a benefit to 24GB, especially if you do a lot of heavy editing on your phone.

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