ASUS TUF Gaming FA506IH-BQ024T RAM upgrade specifications

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ASUS TUF Gaming A15 FA506IH-BQ024T laptop features DDR4-SDRAM memory with upgrade capabilities. The system contains 2 SO-DIMM slots supporting maximum RAM capacity of 32 GB. Compatible memory modules operate at 3200 MHz frequency. Specifications indicate SO-DIMM form factor for all memory upgrades. The FA506IH-BQ024T accepts DDR4-SDRAM modules in both available slots for enhanced performance and multitasking capabilities.

Memory Upgrade Specifications

SpecificationValue
Memory slots2x SO-DIMM
Form factorSO-DIMM
Memory typeDDR4-SDRAM
Frequency3200 MHz
Maximum RAM32 GB
Voltage1.2V
Number of pins260-pin
InterfacePC4
PC Speed RatingPC4-3200 (PC4-25600)
Bandwidth25.6 GB/s
Laptop Release date26 January 2021

Additional Notes

  • The ASUS TUF Gaming FA506IH-BQ024T supports dual-channel memory configuration, meaning dual SO-DIMM installation operates at full bandwidth while single-slot population forces single-channel operation with 50% reduction in memory throughput.
  • DDR4-3200 MHz compatibility establishes a hard ceiling on memory speed; DDR4 modules rated above 3200 MHz will downclock to 3200 MHz due to BIOS constraints, eliminating any performance premium from higher-frequency components.
  • The 32 GB maximum capacity functions as an absolute upgrade limit; installing 2x16 GB SO-DIMM modules reaches this ceiling, making future expansion impossible without replacing existing modules.
  • SO-DIMM form factor is mechanically distinct from desktop DIMM slots; desktop DDR4 modules cannot physically install in this laptop regardless of frequency matching, preventing cross-platform component reuse.
  • Warranty preservation during memory upgrades typically requires sourcing SO-DIMM components from manufacturers on ASUS's qualification list; non-qualified third-party modules may trigger warranty voidance if stability issues occur post-upgrade.
  • The 2-slot architecture creates a bandwidth bottleneck if only 1 module is populated; gaming workloads on the FA506IH-BQ024T will experience noticeable frame rate reduction compared to symmetric dual-module configurations due to loss of dual-channel advantages.