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Maximising OMEN PC Memory for Creative Work: A Complete Guide for Professionals
April 21, 2025
Need a powerful new rig to handle your demanding creative workflows? You’re likely familiar with the importance of quality GPUs and CPUs for creative work. But have you researched RAM? The best systems for graphic design, video editing, and 3D animation feature robust RAM modules to facilitate efficient content creation.
The OMEN PC gaming series offers all the hardware a busy creative professional needs, including abundant high-speed RAM that’s just as valuable for creative projects as it is for gaming. If you’re working in the UK creative industry, having the right memory configuration can make all the difference in your productivity.
In this post, we’re discussing why memory matters, what to expect from OMEN PC specs, and how RAM can streamline the creative process for UK-based professionals.
Why Memory Matters: What Does RAM Do?
Random Access Memory (RAM) is short-term memory that lets your computer rapidly access data and process instructions. When it comes to optimising OMEN creative workflows (and gaming/everyday computing), a solid RAM module offers many benefits:
- Multitasking: Fast multitasking is the main reason for getting more RAM. As each programme gets a generous temporary memory allocation, you’ll enjoy a smoother experience when switching between apps or opening multiple browser windows.
- Better software performance: When running programmes, your CPU stores temp files as RAM for fast processing and retrieval. Extra RAM will allow demanding apps like Blender and Adobe After Effects to run more smoothly.
- System responsiveness: RAM isn’t just for speeding up apps. Extra memory will make your operating system run quicker and boost overall performance.
- File handling: When working with large media files common in UK creative agencies, adequate RAM prevents frustrating delays when opening, saving or exporting projects.
On the other hand, insufficient RAM leads to sluggish performance, slow load times, and a frustrating user experience, especially when multitasking. But how much RAM is enough?
💡 PRO TIP:
When upgrading a system, adding RAM is often the most cost-effective way to see an immediate performance boost in creative applications that handle large files. This is especially true for freelancers working with UK clients who need quick turnarounds on projects.
How Much RAM Does a Creative Need?
While more RAM improves content creation performance, not every profession needs a massive, high-speed module. Don’t waste your hard-earned money on unnecessary RAM when you could get a better CPU/GPU.
Here’s a breakdown of the content creator PC specs you should aim for.
How Much RAM Does a Writer/Editor/Translator Need?
Browsing the web and typing in Microsoft Word doesn’t require much temporary memory. 4GB gives you enough leeway for everyday tasks, but get 8GB if you like to leave numerous browser tabs open.
- Minimum: 4GB
- Recommended: 8GB
How Much RAM Does a Graphic Designer Need?
Modern software like Photoshop and InDesign require a moderate amount of resources. While 8GB will suffice for light design work, industry professionals aim for 16GB or more. The best PCs for graphic design have 32GB to handle complex, high-resolution illustrations and advertising materials for UK brand campaigns.
- Minimum: 8GB
- Recommended: 16GB
How Much RAM Does a Video Editor Need?
The sweet spot for a video editor depends on the resolution. If you primarily edit in 1080p, you could get away with a modest 16GB of RAM, though 32GB will offer smoother performance. Step up to 4K (increasingly the standard for UK broadcast and streaming platforms), and you’ll want at least 32GB–ideally 64GB.
- Minimum: 16GB
- Recommended: 32GB to 64GB
How Much RAM Does a 3D Animator Need?
3D modelling forces your PC to store textures, models, and other large, complex files as temporary memory. As such, this field requires substantially more RAM than other creative pursuits. Look for a PC or laptop with a minimum of 32GB–though 64GB RAM provides a tangible speed boost, especially for the detailed work required by UK animation studios and game developers.
- Minimum: 32GB
- Recommended: 64GB
Understanding RAM: Types, Speed, Heatsinks & Overclocking
Quantity isn’t the only consideration. You should also assess the memory type and speed to ensure you can achieve the silky-smooth performance you need.
RAM Type
The latest and most common memory RAM for PC is Double Data Rate 5 Synchronous Dynamic RAM (DDR5 SDRAM). Released in 2020, DDR5 SDRAM offers better power efficiency and double the bandwidth of its predecessor, DDR4 RAM.
That makes it a non-negotiable for creative professionals with heavy PC memory requirements, such as 3D modellers and video editors. Workers with less memory-hogging vocations, like writing or graphic design, can get away with older DDR4 RAM.
Virtually all mid-range to high-end computers–including the OMEN–come with DDR5 RAM these days. Some premium machines boast Kingston FURY-branded DDR5 RAM–it’s the best RAM memory for gaming and creative work alike.
RAM Speed
RAM speed refers to the rate at which your PC can edit or read temporary memory. While older DDR4 tops out at about 3200MHz, the newer DDR5 architecture boasts blisteringly quick speeds of up to 6400MHz.
Double Data Rate (DDR) RAM processes data on both sides of the clock cycle to effectively double the transfer rate. Plus, DDR5 has the potential to become much faster in the future.
To evaluate RAM speed when shopping for a new PC, look for the number next to DDR5. For example, 16GB DDR5-5600 MHz RAM.
IMPORTANT: RAM Speed vs. Capacity
For most creative professionals, having adequate RAM capacity is more important than extremely high speeds. However, for applications that handle real-time previews or complex simulations, investing in both high capacity AND high speed can make a noticeable difference in workflow efficiency.
XMP (Extreme Memory Profile)
Animators or gamers with heavy-duty memory requirements often overclock RAM to achieve better performance. XMP is a nifty bit of Intel tech that facilitates higher speeds through a preset BIOS profile and a tuning application.
The process is relatively straightforward–you don’t need to be a tech guru–and achieves impressive results. On the downside, you risk system instability and overheating, which could result in hardware failure; proceed at your own risk.
Both the RAM and your motherboard must be XMP-compatible to achieve overclocking.
Heatsinks
Also known as a heat spreader, the heatsink is a little metallic (usually copper or aluminium) fin that attaches to the RAM module to dissipate heat. Although a heatsink works 24/7, it doesn’t offer much benefit during standard use. The primary purpose is to prevent overheating during intensive, memory-hungry tasks like gaming or 3D rendering, especially when there is limited airflow.
If you plan to overclock your RAM or push it to the limits, a heatsink could save the life of your PC.
RGB Lighting
Popular among PC gamers and self-build enthusiasts, RGB lighting attaches to your RAM module to create a cool neon-lit display. You won’t get better performance, but you can admire a nice technicoloured interior while you work–assuming you’ve got a transparent case.
The OMEN Gaming Hub lets you adjust the RGB RAM profiles on most RAM modules. However, you may need to tweak the BIOS or manufacturer software instead.
Understanding the OMEN Memory Architecture
The most common OMEN RAM module is the ubiquitous 16GB DDR5-5600 MHz RAM, which offers a nice compromise between power and price. With 16GB running at a speedy 5600 MHz, you’ll have sufficient resources to run most creative tasks (aside from intensive rendering).
All OMEN PCs come with OMEN Gaming Hub Booster technology, a helpful tool to enhance memory optimisation for content creation and gaming. The programme lets you identify and close unnecessary background apps to free up resources and monitor your vitals. Other non-RAM-related benefits include AI-driven optimisation, thermal and power setting control, and real-time resource monitoring.
In addition to a cutting-edge CPU and GPU, the OMEN’s high-speed RAM makes this PC model a popular option among creative professionals and gamers in the UK market.
PRODUCT SPOTLIGHT: OMEN MAX Gaming Laptop 16
The OMEN MAX Gaming Laptop 16 delivers exceptional performance for creative professionals who demand portable power. With up to 64GB of DDR5-5600 MHz RAM, this laptop handles intensive creative workloads with ease. The powerful combination of Intel® Core™ Ultra processors and NVIDIA® graphics makes this the perfect solution for UK creatives working with demanding applications.
- Up to 64GB DDR5-5600 MHz RAM
- Stunning 16" WQXGA (2560 x 1600) OLED display
- Advanced OMEN Tempest Cooling Pro with liquid metal solution
- Customisable RGB keyboard with light bar
Video editors working with 4K footage, 3D animators handling complex scenes, and graphic designers juggling multiple resource-intensive applications will appreciate the robust memory performance of this premium laptop. The OLED display with 100% DCI-P3 colour space ensures your creative work looks exactly as intended, with vivid colours and exceptional contrast.
Streamlining Creative Processes
So how does a decent RAM module improve creative workflows?
Although language-based professions–writers, translators, proofreaders, editors, etc.–don’t require top-tier RAM, they do need a decent module. Insufficient memory will cause sluggish performance when multi-tasking with a word processor and multiple browser tabs.
Graphic designers will find ample high-speed RAM modules helpful when working on large, complex files featuring multiple layers. The best laptops for photo editing have 16GB RAM or more to handle detailed vector and raster graphics. Memory also proves handy for multitasking programmes such as Photoshop and InDesign.
Video editors will find that a high-end RAM module results in smoother timeline scrubbing and real-time effect previews. The best PCs for video editing have at least 32GB of high-speed DDR5 RAM, particularly important for UK professionals working on broadcast-quality productions.
3D animators find more RAM crucial to avoid slowdowns when multi-tasking demanding apps like Blender and Substance Painter. Extra memory also lets you cache rendering data to make this time-consuming process much quicker.
Regardless of your field, a fit-for-purpose RAM module will speed up creative processes and optimise productivity. That means you can get more done in less time and advance more rapidly in your career.
The UK Creative Industry and Memory Requirements
The UK creative industry is known for its high standards and cutting-edge output across advertising, film, gaming and digital media. This competitive landscape means creative professionals need equipment that can keep pace with demanding projects and tight deadlines:
- Advertising agencies in London and Manchester commonly work with large photographic assets and complex layered files
- Video production companies increasingly work with 4K and even 8K footage for streaming platforms
- Game development studios throughout the UK require substantial RAM for testing and development environments
- VFX houses working on international film productions need exceptional memory performance for complex simulations
Having adequate RAM isn’t just about convenience—it’s essential for maintaining competitiveness in the UK’s world-class creative sector.
💡 TIP: RAM Management for Creatives
Even with ample RAM, it's good practice to:
- Close unused applications when working on memory-intensive projects
- Regularly restart your computer to clear RAM cache
- Use the OMEN Gaming Hub to monitor memory usage and identify resource-hungry applications
- Consider upgrading RAM if you frequently see usage exceeding 80% of your available memory
Smooth, Fast-Paced Gaming
Whether you’re into first-person shooters or resource-hungry RPGs, gamers will also benefit from a high-performance RAM configuration.
Not meeting a game’s recommended RAM requirements results in slower load times, lower frame rates, and more stuttering or tears. RAM also makes a massive difference when multitasking, especially with resource-hungry live-streaming platforms that are increasingly popular in the UK gaming community.
Of course, you’ll also need a speedy GPU/CPU to achieve optimal performance–but this won’t be a problem with an HP OMEN gaming PC. Note that exceeding the recommended RAM requirements won’t offer any benefit.
OMEN MAX Features for Creative Professionals
The OMEN MAX Gaming Laptop 16 includes several features specifically beneficial to creative professionals:
Advanced Cooling System
The OMEN Tempest Cooling Pro system with liquid metal solution applied to both CPU and GPU ensures your laptop maintains peak performance during demanding creative tasks like video rendering or 3D modeling. This innovative cooling solution prevents thermal throttling that could otherwise slow down memory-intensive operations.
High-Resolution OLED Display
The 16" WQXGA (2560 x 1600) OLED display with 100% DCI-P3 colour space provides exceptional colour accuracy essential for design work. This high-resolution screen with 16:10 aspect ratio gives you more vertical space for working with timelines, layers panels, and other creative application interfaces.
HP Fast Charge
When you’re working to tight deadlines, HP Fast Charge technology allows you to go from 0 to 50% battery in approximately 30 minutes, keeping you productive even when you’re away from a power source.
AI-Enhanced Performance
With Intel® AI Boost capabilities, the OMEN MAX harnesses artificial intelligence to optimize system resources, giving your creative applications the processing power they need while managing memory usage efficiently.
Summary
Although often overlooked, RAM is a crucial hardware component for optimising creative suite performance. Whether you’re a proofreader or a 3D animator, insufficient RAM will result in frustrating slowdowns that hinder your output.
The HP OMEN MAX Gaming Laptop 16 provides UK creative professionals with the high-speed DDR5 RAM they need for today’s demanding workflows. With up to 64GB of memory and advanced features like Tempest Cooling Pro and an exceptional OLED display, it delivers desktop-class performance in a portable package.
For the best creative experience, match your RAM configuration to your specific professional needs—whether that’s 16GB for graphic design, 32GB for video editing, or 64GB for complex 3D animation work. With the right memory setup, your OMEN system will help you push creative boundaries and meet the high standards expected in the UK creative industry.
