ASUS ROG GA401IU-HA123T RAM upgrade specifications
ASUS ROG Zephyrus G14 GA401IU-HA123T RAM upgrade specifications include DDR4-SDRAM memory compatible with 3200 MHz frequency. Laptop features one SO-DIMM slot for memory expansion. Maximum capacity reaches 24 GB total RAM through upgrade. On-board memory combines with SO-DIMM slot configuration. Specifications enable users to enhance system performance through compatible DDR4 memory module installation.
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 | 23 February 2021 |
Additional Notes
- The presence of on-board memory dictates that total capacity increases rely on a single expansion slot which limits dual-channel symmetric performance to the density of the soldered module.
- Adding a high-capacity module to the available SO-DIMM slot triggers an asynchronous dual-channel configuration where only a portion of the total memory operates at peak bandwidth while the remainder runs in single-channel mode.
- Internal architecture of the ASUS ROG GA401IU-HA123T prevents a full replacement of the primary memory bank because the base 8 GB module is integrated directly into the printed circuit board.
- Upgrading beyond the factory configuration requires a 16 GB module to reach the maximum threshold but involves a physical mismatch between the soldered and removable components.
- Hardware latency is governed by the slowest installed module therefore selecting memory with timings that do not align with the on-board chips resets the system to the highest common denominator.
- The fixed frequency of the integrated memory eliminates the benefit of installing overclocked or higher frequency modules as the system downclocks the expansion slot to maintain synchronization.