Is 32GB RAM overkill for most tab hoarders?

Probably not. If you’re crashing on 16GB, the issue is almost certainly you, not your RAM. Browsers crash due to process limits, memory leaks, or rogue extensions—32GB delays the pain, not fixes it. Before buying, check Task Manager; if you’re below 85-90% usage, it’s a software problem. Switch browsers, kill extensions, and close tabs instead of spending $60-100 on RAM.