Is 32GB of RAM worth it for gaming and streaming?

Yes, 32GB is worth it if you game and stream at the same time. 16GB will work for lighter titles or if you close everything else, but modern games alone can chew through 12-16GB easily. Add OBS, a browser, Discord, maybe Spotify — you’re asking for stutters and frame drops. The cost difference between 16GB and 32GB is small relative to the rest of a gaming rig, so future-proof with 32GB if streaming is part of the plan.