HP Probook 450 G9 RAM upgrade specifications
HP ProBook 450 G9 laptop supports DDR4-SDRAM memory upgrades with maximum capacity of 32 GB. The model features 2x SO-DIMM slots for memory expansion. Compatible RAM operates at 3200 MHz frequency. Current specifications detail memory upgrade options for this ProBook series 400 model. Existing memory modules can be replaced or additional capacity added to reach maximum supported RAM specifications of 32 GB total across both available slots.
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 | 24 March 2022 |
Additional Notes
- Dual channel architecture is achievable by installing matching capacity modules across both slots to double the theoretical memory bandwidth compared to single channel configurations.
- The HP ProBook 450 G9 utilizes a non soldered memory design which allows for the replacement of existing modules without specialized equipment or motherboard extraction.
- Installing memory modules with frequencies higher than 3200 MHz will result in the hardware automatically downclocking the speeds to match the maximum supported system bus limit.
- Populating both SO-DIMM slots reduces the electrical load per module which can slightly improve thermal dissipation within the chassis compared to a single high density module.
- Latency performance is dictated by the slowest installed module because the system synchronizes all memory timing parameters to the lowest common denominator.
- Reaching the 32 GB threshold requires the removal of any factory installed small capacity modules since no additional expansion headers exist beyond the primary 2 slots.
- The use of standard voltage DDR4 modules is required to ensure stability because the chipset lacks the voltage regulation necessary for high performance overclocked memory kits.