MSI Classic CX62 7QL-229FR RAM upgrade specifications
MSI CX62 7QL-229FR memory upgrade specifications indicate DDR4-SDRAM compatibility with 2x SO-DIMM slots. Maximum RAM capacity reaches 32 GB total. Upgrade memory operates at 2133 MHz frequency. Compatible SO-DIMM modules enable expansion of existing memory configuration. The CX62 7QL-229FR, part of MSI Classic series, supports dual-channel memory architecture for enhanced system performance. Specifications confirm memory slots accept standard SO-DIMM form factor upgrades within maximum capacity parameters.
Memory Upgrade Specifications
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Memory slots | 2x SO-DIMM |
| Form factor | SO-DIMM |
| Memory type | DDR4-SDRAM |
| Frequency | 2133 MHz |
| Maximum RAM | 32 GB |
| Voltage | 1.2V |
| Number of pins | 260-pin |
| Interface | PC4 |
| PC Speed Rating | PC4-2133 (PC4-17064) |
| Bandwidth | 17.1 GB/s |
| Laptop Release date | 22 June 2019 |
Additional Notes
- The MSI CX62 7QL-229FR supports DDR4-SDRAM at 2133 MHz, which represents the baseline frequency tier for 7th-generation Intel Core processors. Mixing higher-frequency modules (2400 MHz or above) will result in automatic downclocking to 2133 MHz, negating any performance benefit from premium memory pricing.
- 2x SO-DIMM slots with a 32 GB ceiling means maximum per-slot capacity is 16 GB. Populating both slots requires purchasing matched pairs to avoid memory incompatibility or reduced stability. Single-module upgrades will leave one slot unutilized, preventing access to dual-channel bandwidth advantages.
- SO-DIMM form factor constrains upgrade sourcing to laptop-specific memory modules; desktop DDR4 DIMM modules are physically incompatible and cannot be installed. Suppliers and inventory for SO-DIMM are more limited than standard DIMM options, potentially affecting availability and cost.
- The 32 GB upper limit represents a hard constraint imposed by the system's memory controller architecture. Modules exceeding this capacity or exceeding 16 GB per slot will not be recognized by the BIOS, regardless of physical compatibility.
- Original equipment likely shipped with 8 GB or 16 GB configurations. Upgrading to maximum capacity (32 GB) requires replacing both factory modules rather than supplementing them, as the 2-slot design precludes additive expansion beyond existing installed memory.
- Warranty implications depend on manufacturer policy; many OEMs permit RAM upgrades using approved components without voiding coverage. Verification with MSI support is advisable before purchasing third-party memory to confirm approved vendor lists or specifications.