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Lots of RAM, 32+, and compile in tmpfs.
I'm thinking 2x32GB, tempted by more but seems excessive
Very few things need 64GB memory to compile, but some do. If you think you'll be compiling web browsers or clang or something, then 64GB would be the right call.
Also, higher speeds of DDR5 can be unstable at higher capacities. If you're going with 64GB or more of DDR5, I'd stick to speeds around 6000 (or less) and not focus too much on overclocking it. If you get a kit of 2x32GB (which you should rather than getting the sticks independently), then you'll be fine. You won't benefit as much from RAM speed anyway as opposed to capacity.
how do you know this stuff?!
hmmm, perhaps 2x32GB is overkill ...
i'm getting a 6000/28CL
DDR5-6000/CL28 should be fine. Make sure to enable the XMP/EXPO profile in your BIOS after installing it.
You can follow hardware reviewers like GamersNexus, LTT, HardwareUnboxed, etc if you want to stay up to date (which is what I do), or look at their content if you just want a review for a product you're looking at.
2x32 is good and fairly cheap. get a mobo with 4 slots and you can add another 2x32 if needed.