How does RAM affect system boot time?

More RAM can have a minor impact on boot time because having additional memory allows the operating system and applications to load more data and execute processes more efficiently during the boot sequence. When a system starts, it loads various components, drivers, and services into memory. If there is ample RAM, the system can handle these tasks simultaneously without significant delays, which can lead to faster boot times.

However, the impact of RAM on boot time is typically not as significant as other factors such as the speed of the storage device (e.g., SSD vs. HDD), the efficiency of the operating system, and the number of startup applications. Thus, while increasing RAM can improve boot times to some extent, especially if the previous RAM was a limiting factor, it won't dramatically change the boot sequence compared to other hardware optimizations.