What determines the need for a higher RAM requirement in recording sessions?

The need for a higher RAM requirement in recording sessions is primarily influenced by the integration of optional video. When video is added to a recording session, the data being processed increases significantly. Video files are much larger and require more memory to manage and edit efficiently, as they often involve higher resolutions and frame rates. This extra demand for resources results in a need for more RAM to ensure smooth playback and recording without glitches or bottlenecks during the session.

In contrast, while factors such as the length of the recording session, the number of microphones, and the operating system can impact performance, they do not specifically necessitate higher RAM in the same way that video integration does. Lengthier sessions and multiple microphones might require robust processing power or storage but are not directly proportional to increased RAM requirements like video data handling is. The operating system can also affect overall performance based on its efficiency and resource management but does not inherently dictate RAM needs in the context of video integration.