MSI Creator A10SF-437FR RAM upgrade specifications

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MSI Creator 17 series model A10SF-437FR supports DDR4-SDRAM memory upgrades with maximum capacity of 64 GB. The laptop features 2x SO-DIMM slots for memory expansion. Compatible RAM modules operate at 2666 MHz frequency and utilize SO-DIMM form factor specifications. Memory upgrade options enable users to configure the system up to the maximum supported capacity.

Memory Upgrade Specifications

SpecificationValue
Memory slots2x SO-DIMM
Form factorSO-DIMM
Memory typeDDR4-SDRAM
Frequency2666 MHz
Maximum RAM64 GB
Voltage1.2V
Number of pins260-pin
InterfacePC4
PC Speed RatingPC4-2666 (PC4-21328)
Bandwidth21.3 GB/s
Laptop Release date13 October 2020

Additional Notes

  • Dual channel memory architecture requires installing modules in pairs of identical capacity to achieve theoretical maximum memory bandwidth.
  • The maximum capacity threshold indicates that each 2666 MHz SO-DIMM slot supports up to 32 GB high density modules.
  • Installing memory with frequencies exceeding the 2666 MHz specification will result in downclocking to the system bus limit regardless of the module rating.
  • The MSI Creator A10SF-437FR motherboard design necessitates unbuffered non-ECC memory modules to maintain system stability during heavy rendering tasks.
  • Physical access to the dual SO-DIMM slots typically requires removal of the bottom chassis cover which may involve piercing a factory seal depending on regional warranty policies.
  • Performance bottlenecks during creative workflows occur if mismatched latency timings force the BIOS to default to the slowest common denominator between the two slots.
  • Voltage compatibility is restricted to 1.2V standard DDR4 requirements as high voltage overclocking profiles are not supported by the mobile chipset.