ASUS ROG G713RC-HX011 RAM upgrade specifications
The ASUS ROG Strix G17 G713RC-HX011 features DDR5-SDRAM memory upgrade specifications with two SO-DIMM slots supporting a maximum RAM capacity of 32 GB. The laptop is compatible with DDR5 memory modules operating at 4800 MHz frequency. Upgrade options allow for expansion utilizing the available SO-DIMM slots to reach the maximum memory specifications. Memory compatibility with DDR5-SDRAM ensures enhanced performance for the G713RC-HX011 model within the Strix G17 series.
Memory Upgrade Specifications
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Memory slots | 2x SO-DIMM |
| Form factor | SO-DIMM |
| Memory type | DDR5-SDRAM |
| Frequency | 4800 MHz |
| Maximum RAM | 32 GB |
| Voltage | 1.1V |
| Number of pins | 262-pin |
| Interface | PC5 |
| PC Speed Rating | PC5-4800 (PC5-38400) |
| Bandwidth | 38.4 GB/s |
Additional Notes
- The ASUS ROG G713RC-HX011 employs DDR5 modules, which are physically and electrically incompatible with DDR4 slots due to different notch positions and voltage requirements.
- SO-DIMM form factor restricts module height to 30mm, excluding standard DIMM modules used in desktop systems.
- The 32 GB ceiling enforces a maximum of 16 GB per slot when both slots are populated, despite DDR5 modules being available in 24 GB and 32 GB capacities.
- DDR5-4800 represents the JEDEC baseline speed, leaving headroom for higher-frequency modules that may downclock to 4800 MHz if the memory controller lacks XMP profile support.
- Dual-channel configuration requires matched pairs of identical capacity modules in both slots to avoid falling back to single-channel mode, which halves memory bandwidth.
- SO-DIMM DDR5 modules generate more heat than DDR4 equivalents due to onboard voltage regulation, potentially requiring thermal consideration in sustained workloads.
- User-accessible SO-DIMM slots typically preserve warranty coverage when following manufacturer installation guidelines, unlike soldered memory configurations.
- The 4800 MHz data rate translates to a theoretical peak bandwidth of 38.4 GB/s per channel, or 76.8 GB/s in dual-channel operation.
- Mixing modules of different speeds forces all installed memory to operate at the lowest common frequency, negating performance benefits of faster modules.
- DDR5's dual 32-bit subchannels per module enable improved efficiency over DDR4's single 64-bit channel, particularly in multi-threaded workloads.