DELL Latitude 3470 RAM upgrade specifications
Dell Latitude 3000 series model 3470 supports DDR3L-SDRAM memory upgrades through 2x SO-DIMM slots. Maximum RAM capacity reaches 16 GB total. Memory modules operate at 1600 MHz frequency with SO-DIMM form factor specifications. Compatible upgrade configurations include single or dual module installations to achieve maximum capacity. Specifications define supported memory types and slot configurations for Dell 3470 RAM upgrade compatibility.
Memory Upgrade Specifications
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Memory slots | 2x SO-DIMM |
| Form factor | SO-DIMM |
| Memory type | DDR3L-SDRAM |
| Frequency | 1600 MHz |
| Maximum RAM | 16 GB |
| Voltage | 1.35V (Low Voltage) |
| Number of pins | 204-pin |
| Interface | PC3L |
| PC Speed Rating | PC3L-1600 (PC3L-12800) |
| Bandwidth | 12.8 GB/s |
| Laptop Release date | 23 August 2017 |
Additional Notes
- DDR3L voltage tolerance (1.35V) restricts module compatibility to low-power variants; standard DDR3 (1.5V) modules will operate outside manufacturer specifications despite physical compatibility.
- SO-DIMM form factor confines upgrades to laptop-class memory; desktop DDR3L modules cannot physically install regardless of electrical compatibility.
- 2 slot configuration means maximum capacity of 16 GB requires both SO-DIMM positions populated; single-slot upgrades cannot exceed 8 GB per module without leaving expandability unused.
- 1600 MHz native frequency establishes the performance ceiling for the memory bus; higher-frequency modules will downclock to 1600 MHz, negating speed premiums and wasting capital on overspecified components.
- 16 GB total capacity ceiling reflects the 64-bit address space limitation of Dell Latitude 3470 chipset; attempting 32 GB configurations through 16 GB modules will result in system non-recognition or partial detection of installed capacity.
- Mixing matched pairs versus single modules of different capacities or speeds introduces potential timing instability; Dell firmware may force all modules to lowest common denominator specifications.
- DDR3L technology discontinuation in consumer manufacturing (post-2016) creates sourcing difficulty; verified Dell-compatible modules command premium pricing relative to common DDR3 stock.