ASUS ROG G712LW-EV789 RAM upgrade specifications
ASUS ROG Strix G712LW-EV789 supports DDR4-SDRAM memory upgrades through two SO-DIMM slots. Maximum RAM capacity reaches 32 GB total. Compatible memory operates at 3200 MHz frequency. Specifications enable RAM upgrade configurations using standard SO-DIMM form factor modules. The G712LW-EV789 gaming laptop accepts memory upgrades to enhance multitasking performance and system responsiveness.
Memory Upgrade Specifications
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Memory slots | 2x SO-DIMM |
| Form factor | SO-DIMM |
| Memory type | DDR4-SDRAM |
| Frequency | 3200 MHz |
| Maximum RAM | 32 GB |
| Voltage | 1.2V |
| Number of pins | 260-pin |
| Interface | PC4 |
| PC Speed Rating | PC4-3200 (PC4-25600) |
| Bandwidth | 25.6 GB/s |
| Laptop Release date | 13 October 2020 |
Additional Notes
- The ASUS ROG G712LW-EV789 contains 2 memory slots, meaning only 1 additional SO-DIMM can be installed if a single module currently occupies the system, or both slots must be populated to reach the 32 GB maximum capacity.
- DDR4-3200 modules operate at a fixed frequency; mixing DDR4 speeds (such as pairing a 3200 MHz module with a 2666 MHz module) forces both modules to throttle to the slower speed, reducing system memory bandwidth.
- SO-DIMM form factor restricts upgrade options to laptop-grade modules only; standard desktop DDR4 DIMMs are physically incompatible and cannot be inserted into the available slots.
- Reaching 32 GB requires 2x16 GB SO-DIMM modules; single-sided modules reduce heat generation and may improve airflow within the chassis compared to dual-sided alternatives.
- Memory upgrades on this model do not require BIOS modification or firmware updates; DDR4-3200 operates within standard JEDEC specifications for SO-DIMM laptop systems.
- The 3200 MHz frequency standard aligns with current DDR4 performance tiers; sourcing replacement or additional modules remains straightforward without requiring specialty or legacy components.