ASUS TUF Gaming FA506IU-BQ289T RAM upgrade specifications
ASUS TUF Gaming A15 FA506IU-BQ289T features dual SO-DIMM slots supporting DDR4-SDRAM memory upgrades. Maximum RAM capacity reaches 32 GB, with compatible modules operating at 3200 MHz frequency. Specifications indicate memory upgrade capability through two replaceable SO-DIMM slots, accommodating DDR4 RAM expansion for enhanced system performance on the gaming laptop model.
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 | 13 September 2020 |
Additional Notes
- Dual channel architecture requires matching memory modules in both slots to maximize the available memory bandwidth for the Ryzen processor in the ASUS TUF Gaming FA506IU-BQ289T.
- The maximum capacity limit of 32 GB necessitates the removal of existing modules if both slots are currently occupied by lower capacity hardware.
- Utilizing memory with timings slower than 3200 MHz will result in a system wide clock speed reduction to the lowest common denominator.
- Installation of high performance XMP profiles is typically restricted by the BIOS, meaning the hardware must support the 3200 MHz frequency at the standard JEDEC voltage of 1.2V.
- Physical access to the SO-DIMM slots requires the removal of the entire base panel, which may involve various screw lengths and plastic clips that demand specific prying tools to avoid chassis damage.
- The integrated Vega graphics share the system memory, so increasing the total RAM directly expands the potential video memory buffer available for rendering tasks.
- Upgrading beyond 32 GB is not supported by the motherboard firmware even if the individual modules physically fit the slots.