ACER Aspire A515-57-73QJ RAM upgrade specifications
The ACER Aspire 5 A515-57-73QJ laptop features DDR4-SDRAM memory specifications compatible with SO-DIMM form factor modules. The system contains two memory slots available for upgrade, supporting maximum RAM capacity of 32 GB total. Compatible memory modules operate at 3200 MHz frequency. Users can upgrade the existing memory configuration by installing compatible DDR4 SO-DIMM modules into the available slots to reach the specified maximum memory capacity. The specifications define compatibility requirements for RAM upgrade components in this Aspire 5 series notebook.
Memory Upgrade Specifications
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Memory slots | 2x SO-DIMM |
| Form factor | SO-DIMM |
| Memory type | DDR4-SDRAM |
| Frequency | 3200 MHz |
| Maximum RAM | 32 GB |
| Voltage | 1.2V |
| Number of pins | 260-pin |
| Interface | PC4 |
| PC Speed Rating | PC4-3200 (PC4-25600) |
| Bandwidth | 25.6 GB/s |
| Laptop Release date | 13 July 2023 |
Additional Notes
- Dual channel memory architecture is achievable only by installing identical capacity modules in both SO-DIMM slots to maximize memory bandwidth.
- The ACER Aspire A515-57-73QJ requires 260 pin modules due to the SO-DIMM form factor used in the motherboard layout.
- Utilizing memory with speeds exceeding 3200 MHz will result in the system downclocking the modules to match the maximum supported frequency of the bus.
- Accessing the memory slots necessitates the removal of the entire base panel which might involve breaking factory seals depending on regional service policies.
- Total system capacity is limited by the motherboard firmware to 32 GB regardless of whether higher density 32 GB single sticks are installed.
- Latency performance depends on the CAS latency rating of the secondary module because the system defaults to the timing of the slowest installed stick.
- Internal heat management relies on passive cooling for the RAM area as these slots typically lack dedicated heat spreaders or active airflow.