Should I get 16GB of RAM instead of 8GB for productivity?

Yes, 16GB is a no-brainer for almost any real workload. 8GB is the bare minimum for Windows 10/11 — once you open a browser, Slack, and a document editor, you’re already swapping to disk. With 16GB, you get headroom for multiple apps, virtual desktops, or compiling code without stutter. Capacity matters more than speed here, and the extra $30-40 is worth it.