MSI Creator 15 A10UGT-043IT RAM upgrade specifications
The MSI Creator 15 A10UGT-043IT features DDR4-SDRAM memory with two SO-DIMM slots for RAM upgrade. The laptop supports a maximum memory capacity of 64 GB, with compatible modules operating at 3200 MHz frequency. The specifications indicate SO-DIMM form factor compatibility, enabling users to expand the existing memory configuration on the MSI 15 A10UGT-043IT to its full 64 GB maximum capacity through module replacement or population of 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 | 64 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 | 16 January 2021 |
Additional Notes
- The presence of 2 physical SO-DIMM slots implies that reaching the 64 GB maximum requires the removal of all existing modules to install 2 32-GB sticks.
- Dual-channel memory architecture is only active when both slots are populated with matching capacities to prevent memory bandwidth bottlenecks during heavy rendering tasks.
- The MSI Creator 15 A10UGT-043IT relies on standard voltage DDR4 modules as high-performance low-voltage variants may cause stability issues or failure to post.
- Utilizing modules with higher frequencies than 3200 MHz will result in downclocking to the hardware limit determined by the processor memory controller.
- Internal access for memory replacement necessitates the removal of the entire bottom chassis cover which may involve piercing a factory seal sticker in certain regions.
- Maximum capacity support for 64 GB ensures sufficient overhead for 4K video editing and large-scale 3D modeling environments that exceed standard 16 GB or 32 GB configurations.
- Legacy DDR3 or newer DDR5 hardware is physically incompatible with these slots due to different pin counts and notch positioning.