ASUS ROG G512LWS-AZ013 RAM upgrade specifications
ASUS ROG Strix G15 G512LWS-AZ013 laptop RAM upgrade specifications: Compatible memory type DDR4-SDRAM with maximum capacity of 32 GB. Upgrade slots feature 2x SO-DIMM form factor supporting DDR4-2933 MHz frequency. Current specifications allow memory expansion up to 32 GB total capacity through available SO-DIMM slots for enhanced performance and multitasking capabilities.
Memory Upgrade Specifications
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Memory slots | 2x SO-DIMM |
| Form factor | SO-DIMM |
| Memory type | DDR4-SDRAM |
| Frequency | 2933 MHz |
| Maximum RAM | 32 GB |
| Voltage | 1.2V |
| Number of pins | 260-pin |
| Interface | PC4 |
| PC Speed Rating | PC4-2933 (PC4-23464) |
| Bandwidth | 23.5 GB/s |
| Laptop Release date | 04 February 2021 |
Additional Notes
- The ASUS ROG G512LWS-AZ013 utilizes laptop-grade SO-DIMM form factor memory, which is physically smaller than desktop DIMM modules and cannot be installed in standard desktop systems, restricting upgrade components to mobile-specific variants.
- With 2 memory slots and a 32 GB maximum capacity, the system supports either dual 16 GB modules or asymmetrical configurations, though dual-module installations enable dual-channel operation for increased bandwidth utilization compared to single-module setups.
- The 2933 MHz frequency specification indicates DDR4 operation, which means replacement modules must support this speed tier or lower; newer DDR5 memory is incompatible due to fundamental electrical and signaling protocol differences between the two standards.
- Installation of 32 GB total capacity requires both SO-DIMM slots to be populated with maximum-density modules, leaving no upgrade headroom beyond this ceiling; any future capacity expansion would necessitate replacement of existing modules rather than additive installation.
- Memory timing and voltage specifications typical of DDR4-2933 mobile modules should be verified during replacement purchases, as some aftermarket modules rated for higher frequencies (3200 MHz or above) may not operate at rated speed on this platform and could default to lower speeds with potential performance degradation.
- Warranty coverage for RAM upgrades typically permits user replacement of memory modules under most manufacturer policies, though verification with ASUS support documentation remains advisable prior to physical installation to confirm coverage terms for this specific model.