ASUS ROG GA401II-HE008T RAM upgrade specifications
ASUS ROG Zephyrus G14 model GA401II-HE008T supports DDR4-SDRAM memory upgrades with specifications including one SO-DIMM slot for expandable capacity. The laptop features on-board memory combined with one SO-DIMM slot configuration. Maximum RAM capacity reaches 24 GB total. Compatible memory modules operate at 3200 MHz frequency. Upgrade options allow expansion of the single SO-DIMM slot to achieve maximum specifications. Memory specifications enable users to enhance multitasking and performance capabilities within compatible DDR4-SDRAM parameters.
Memory Upgrade Specifications
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Memory slots | 1x SO-DIMM |
| Form factor | On-board + SO-DIMM |
| Memory type | DDR4-SDRAM |
| Frequency | 3200 MHz |
| Maximum RAM | 24 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 | 10 June 2020 |
Additional Notes
- The ASUS ROG GA401II-HE008T contains soldered on-board memory paired with a single SO-DIMM slot, meaning maximum capacity expansion is limited to 24 GB total rather than being fully modular. The on-board portion cannot be replaced or removed.
- DDR4-3200 modules installed in the SO-DIMM slot will operate at 3200 MHz to match the native frequency, avoiding clock speed mismatches that would force the system into lower-performance modes.
- SO-DIMM DDR4 modules are typically 260-pin components measuring 67 x 30 millimeters. Installation requires removing the base panel and locating the slot near the center of the motherboard; access is feasible without full disassembly.
- A single SO-DIMM upgrade path exists: replacing or adding a module with capacities of 8 GB or 16 GB will increase total capacity, but dual-channel memory configuration remains impossible since only 1 slot is available. System memory will operate in single-channel mode regardless of module count.
- Warranty preservation depends on ASUS policy; many manufacturers permit SO-DIMM replacement by end-users without voiding coverage, but soldering the on-board capacity means the upgrade does not affect the factory memory portion.
- Bandwidth constraints emerge from single-channel operation. With only 1 SO-DIMM slot populated, memory throughput is restricted compared to dual-channel architectures, creating potential performance bottlenecks for memory-intensive applications, gaming workloads, and content creation tasks.