ASUS ROG G712LWS-EV028 RAM upgrade specifications
ASUS ROG Strix G17 model G712LWS-EV028 features DDR4-SDRAM memory upgrade specifications with two SO-DIMM slots supporting maximum capacity of 32 GB total RAM. Compatible memory operates at 2933 MHz frequency. The laptop's dual slot configuration allows for memory expansion upgrades within the specified maximum capacity limits. Specifications indicate SO-DIMM form factor compatibility for this gaming laptop series.
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 | 22 August 2020 |
Additional Notes
- The dual slot configuration on the ASUS ROG G712LWS-EV028 requires matched pairs to enable dual channel mode for optimal memory bandwidth.
- Hardware limitations prevent the motherboard from addressing more than 32 GB of total capacity regardless of high density module availability.
- Installation of faster 3200 MHz modules results in automatic downclocking to the 2933 MHz bus speed set by the chipset.
- Symmetry across both SO-DIMM slots is necessary to avoid performance degradation through asynchronous memory operation.
- The SO-DIMM architecture necessitates a physical tear down of the chassis to access internal components for upgrading.
- Power consumption remains standard for the DDR4 specification without the voltage reductions found in low power LPDDR variants.
- System stability depends on using non-ECC unbuffered modules as the architecture does not support error correction parity.