RAM kits are now sold with one fake RAM stick alongside a real one to create a performance illusion — 1+1 'value pack' offers desperate psychological relief as the memory shortage worsens

V-Color 1+1 DDR5 Value Pack.

The best RAM on the market has become extremely expensive and out of reach for most consumers since the global memory shortage began. Fortunately, V-Color has stepped in to save the day. The company has announced its 1+1 value packs, which cleverly include one real memory module alongside a matching filler module. Even if your budget only allows you to purchase a single real memory module, you can still achieve the look of a dual-module setup in your build.

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