MSI Creator Z17 A12UHT-053 RAM upgrade specifications
The MSI Creator Z17 A12UHT-053 laptop features DDR5-SDRAM memory upgrade specifications with two SO-DIMM slots supporting maximum RAM capacity of 128 GB. Compatible memory operates at 4800 MHz frequency. The device accommodates SO-DIMM form factor modules for RAM upgrades. Specifications indicate the Z17 series supports high-capacity memory configurations for enhanced multitasking and performance capabilities.
Memory Upgrade Specifications
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Memory slots | 2x SO-DIMM |
| Form factor | SO-DIMM |
| Memory type | DDR5-SDRAM |
| Frequency | 4800 MHz |
| Maximum RAM | 128 GB |
| Voltage | 1.1V |
| Number of pins | 262-pin |
| Interface | PC5 |
| PC Speed Rating | PC5-4800 (PC5-38400) |
| Bandwidth | 38.4 GB/s |
| Laptop Release date | 22 January 2022 |
Additional Notes
- The MSI Creator Z17 A12UHT-053 contains 2 SO-DIMM slots operating in dual-channel configuration, which means memory bandwidth utilization requires both slots populated for optimal performance; single-slot operation reduces effective bandwidth by approximately 50 percent.
- DDR5-4800 memory modules operate at considerably higher latency cycles compared to DDR4 equivalents, introducing potential read/write delays that may not translate to perceptible performance gains in non-bandwidth-intensive workloads despite the increased frequency specification.
- The 128 GB maximum capacity ceiling indicates both slots must accommodate 64 GB modules; standard retail availability of 64 GB SO-DIMM modules remains limited, resulting in extended lead times and premium pricing compared to 32 GB alternatives.
- SO-DIMM form factor occupies restricted physical space within mobile chassis; installation requires removal of bottom panel components and potential thermal management reconfiguration around memory slot proximity to heat dissipation pathways.
- Upgrading from factory-installed modules to higher-capacity DDR5 sticks does not void manufacturer warranty when performed outside service centers, provided installation follows standard electrostatic discharge protocols and does not involve thermal paste application or heatsink removal.
- DDR5-4800 specification may not operate at rated speeds if paired with earlier BIOS revisions; firmware updates specific to the 12th generation Intel platform may be prerequisite for stability at maximum frequency settings.