ASUS ROG G733ZW-KH014W RAM upgrade specifications
The ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 17 G733ZW-KH014W laptop features DDR5-SDRAM memory configuration with two SO-DIMM slots supporting maximum upgrade capacity of 64 GB total RAM. Compatible memory modules operate at 4800 MHz frequency. The upgrade specifications allow for individual module installation in either slot, enabling customized memory expansion from the factory configuration. DDR5 memory technology provides enhanced bandwidth and performance characteristics compared to previous generation standards. Specifications confirm SO-DIMM form factor compatibility for this gaming laptop model.
Memory Upgrade Specifications
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Memory slots | 2x SO-DIMM |
| Form factor | SO-DIMM |
| Memory type | DDR5-SDRAM |
| Frequency | 4800 MHz |
| Maximum RAM | 64 GB |
| Voltage | 1.1V |
| Number of pins | 262-pin |
| Interface | PC5 |
| PC Speed Rating | PC5-4800 (PC5-38400) |
| Bandwidth | 38.4 GB/s |
| Laptop Release date | 08 January 2022 |
Additional Notes
- The dual-channel architecture requires paired modules to achieve the peak theoretical bandwidth necessary for the high-refresh workloads typical of the ASUS ROG G733ZW-KH014W hardware.
- DDR5 technology utilizes on-module voltage regulation which shifts heat management away from the motherboard and onto the memory sticks during sustained heavy processing.
- The 64 GB limit indicates a hardware-level firmware restriction on the density of the 2 SO-DIMM slots, preventing the use of larger 48 GB or 64 GB individual modules.
- Internal expansion necessitates the removal of the bottom chassis panel, which requires careful handling of the integrated LED light bar cables to avoid tearing ribbon connectors.
- Standard 4800 MHz modules will downclock automatically if if mixed with lower-frequency components, resulting in increased latency and reduced data transfer rates across the system bus.
- Upgrading beyond the factory configuration requires ensuring the new modules support the specific JEDEC profiles to maintain stability without manual BIOS voltage adjustments.