ASUS ROG GL702VM-BA252T RAM upgrade specifications

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The ASUS ROG Strix GL702VM-BA252T gaming laptop features two SO-DIMM memory slots supporting DDR4-SDRAM upgrades. The maximum RAM capacity is 32 GB, with compatible memory operating at 2133 MHz frequency. Memory upgrade specifications indicate the laptop accepts standard SO-DIMM form factor modules. Current compatible configurations support incremental capacity increases up to the 32 GB maximum capacity limit through dual-slot memory expansion.

Memory Upgrade Specifications

SpecificationValue
Memory slots2x SO-DIMM
Form factorSO-DIMM
Memory typeDDR4-SDRAM
Frequency2133 MHz
Maximum RAM32 GB
Voltage1.2V
Number of pins260-pin
InterfacePC4
PC Speed RatingPC4-2133 (PC4-17064)
Bandwidth17.1 GB/s
Laptop Release date15 October 2017

Additional Notes

  • Dual channel memory architecture requires installing modules in pairs to achieve maximum theoretical memory bandwidth.
  • Operating 32 GB of memory involves installing 16 GB modules in both slots which populates all available memory controllers.
  • Installing modules with frequencies higher than 2133 MHz results in automatic downclocking to the chipset limit without providing performance gains.
  • Physical access to the SO-DIMM slots requires the removal of the entire lower chassis base cover because there is no dedicated memory maintenance hatch.
  • Lower voltage 1.2V DDR4 modules are required to maintain thermal stability and ensure electrical compatibility with the motherboard power delivery system.
  • Upgrading to the 32 GB maximum capacity necessitates the removal of any existing factory preinstalled modules as no additional expansion slots exist.
  • The 2133 MHz bus speed acts as a performance ceiling for integrated tasks and influences data transfer rates between the processor and system memory.
  • Using mismatched CAS latency modules causes the system to default to the timings of the slowest installed stick to maintain boot stability.
  • The 260 pin physical interface prevents the installation of older DDR3 or DDR3L hardware despite similarities in laptop form factors.