MSI Creator Z16 A11UET-056AU RAM upgrade specifications
The MSI Creator Z16 A11UET-056AU features DDR4-SDRAM memory with two SO-DIMM slots supporting maximum capacity of 64 GB. This laptop model accepts DDR4 memory modules operating at 3200 MHz frequency. Upgrade specifications indicate compatible memory configurations allow installation of higher-capacity modules within the dual slot architecture. RAM expansion on the Z16 series provides flexibility for users requiring increased memory capacity beyond standard factory configurations.
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 | 09 July 2021 |
Additional Notes
- Dual channel architecture requires matching memory modules to reach peak memory bandwidth for rendering tasks in the MSI Creator Z16 A11UET-056AU.
- The absence of soldered memory permits the total replacement of factory modules to reach the maximum 64 GB capacity.
- High density 32 GB modules must be non ECC unbuffered types to ensure BIOS compatibility.
- Installation of memory with frequencies exceeding 3200 MHz will result in automatic downclocking to the processor bus limit.
- Achieving the maximum supported capacity requires utilizing both physical slots as no single 64 GB SO DIMM exists within the DDR4 standard.
- Thermal management constraints in the slim chassis necessitate the use of standard voltage memory modules rather than high voltage overclocked variants.
- Latency performance depends on the CAS depth of the replacement sticks as the system lacks manual XMP timing adjustments in the standard firmware.