ASUS TUF Gaming FA506IH-BQ024T RAM upgrade specifications
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
| 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 | 26 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.