ASUS ROG G815LW-S9076W RAM upgrade specifications
The ASUS ROG Strix G18 G815LW-S9076W laptop features DDR5-SDRAM memory upgrade capabilities with two SO-DIMM slots supporting maximum RAM capacity of 64 GB. Compatible memory operates at 5600 MHz frequency. Specifications enable memory expansion through standard SO-DIMM form factor modules, allowing users to upgrade from factory-installed configurations to the maximum supported capacity of 64 GB total memory. The dual-slot configuration accommodates memory modules for enhanced multitasking and performance in gaming and professional applications.
Memory Upgrade Specifications
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Memory slots | 2x SO-DIMM |
| Form factor | SO-DIMM |
| Memory type | DDR5-SDRAM |
| Frequency | 5600 MHz |
| Maximum RAM | 64 GB |
| Voltage | 1.1V |
| Number of pins | 262-pin |
| Interface | PC5 |
| PC Speed Rating | PC5-5600 (PC5-44800) |
| Bandwidth | 44.8 GB/s |
| Laptop Release date | 20 January 2025 |
Additional Notes
- The ASUS ROG G815LW-S9076W contains 2 SO-DIMM slots, which means expansion capacity is limited to 2 modules maximum. Any upgrade requires removal of existing memory modules, creating a single point of failure during the swap procedure.
- DDR5-5600 MHz memory operates at a lower frequency tier within the DDR5 ecosystem. Upgrading to higher frequency modules (5800 MHz, 6000 MHz, or beyond) will downclock to 5600 MHz due to motherboard frequency ceiling, negating performance gains from premium-tier memory purchases.
- The 64 GB maximum capacity ceiling means the dual-slot architecture cannot accommodate 48 GB configurations (single 48 GB module). Achieving 64 GB requires 2x32 GB modules, and any configuration beyond 64 GB is physically impossible.
- SO-DIMM memory carries higher per-gigabyte costs than full-size DIMM equivalents. Upgrading from the factory configuration to 64 GB total will incur premium pricing relative to desktop memory of equivalent capacity and speed.
- Warranty coverage during RAM replacement depends on manufacturer policy. Third-party memory installation may void coverage on memory-related failures unless performed by authorized service centers. Factory-specified DDR5-5600 SO-DIMM modules should be prioritized to maintain coverage eligibility.
- Latency specifications for this frequency tier typically range from CAS 28-30. Modules with tighter latency (CAS 24-26) will not improve performance due to the motherboard's frequency-latency profile limitations at 5600 MHz operation.