Faster memory or more memory?

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Hi :)

On an I7 875k overclocked rig, hoping to keep me going for at least 3-4 years, which would be preferable: 4gig 2000mhz memory or 8gig 1600mhz memory?
 
I use my PC for a variety of things :)

As in; I listen to music, watch TV / movies, internet (obviously), audio editing / recording / mixing, moderate gaming (but I like good gfx / performance)

I don't do rendering / massive number crunching. I do want my PC to last a few years though.
 
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Interesting.

No I haven't bought it yet. Been debating the 875 vs 950 for a few weeks. I thought the 875 would suit better as it's slightly less expensive once coupled with the mobo / memory and runs cooler and uses less power.

I've no intention of going sli or crossfire, so the 8x / 8x PCIE thing is no issue. So after all that I just looked at some benchmarks and saw that the performance was almost identical, and occasionally favoured the 875 in gaming.

My room gets quite hot in summer so the power / cooling thing is an issue.
 
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