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2x single sticks of ram
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It will work fine, but for optimal performance go with matched sticks. Not so much of a big deal nowadays, but still try and go for matched sticks.
It'll work fine! If both sticks are the same make and model, they're essentially matched.
It has nothing to do with performance as long as the sticks run at the same timings performance will be exactly the same. The issue is that although manufacturers have lines of products they will often source the actual memory chips from different batches which MAY cause compatibility issues with one another. However this is rare in modern times.
The gimmick with kits is all you're getting is sequential serial numbers. Pointless IMO. Just get individual sticks. That's what I did (and with the same RAM also but 8 GB sticks, I'm using it now). Plus, it's better for RMA's/returns. Kits you'd need to return both even if one is good. Individual is individual.
"Matched sticks" just means "two of the same brand and model." I have 2x single 8gb Vengeance sticks in my MBP in dual-channel mode. Works great, and was cheaper too!