MSI Cyborg 15 A12UCX-276US RAM upgrade specifications
MSI Cyborg 15 A12UCX-276US laptop RAM upgrade specifications include DDR5-SDRAM memory compatible with 2x SO-DIMM slots. Maximum RAM capacity reaches 64 GB total. Memory operates at 4800 MHz frequency. Upgrade options support SO-DIMM form factor modules. Specifications enable memory expansion for enhanced system performance and multitasking capabilities.
Memory Upgrade Specifications
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Memory slots | 2x SO-DIMM |
| Form factor | SO-DIMM |
| Memory type | DDR5-SDRAM |
| Frequency | 4800 MHz |
| Maximum RAM | 64 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 | 16 March 2023 |
Additional Notes
- The MSI Cyborg 15 A12UCX-276US features a dual-channel architecture that requires matched pairs for optimal memory interleaving and bandwidth utilization.
- DDR5-4800 operates at 1.1V, reducing power consumption compared to DDR4 alternatives while generating less thermal output during sustained workloads.
- The 64 GB ceiling translates to a 32 GB per slot maximum, which may limit future expansion if initial modules exceed 16 GB each.
- DDR5 modules incorporate on-die ECC that corrects single-bit errors transparently, independent of system-level ECC support.
- SO-DIMM installation requires access to the bottom panel, typically involving removal of multiple screws and potential thermal pad displacement near memory slots.
- Mixing different capacity modules across slots preserves functionality but disables dual-channel mode for the asymmetric portion, reducing effective bandwidth.
- The 4800 MHz native frequency represents JEDEC baseline specification, meaning XMP/EXPO profiles are unnecessary and unsupported in this configuration.
- DDR5 architecture implements independent 32-bit subchannels per module, doubling burst length compared to DDR4 for improved sequential access patterns.
- Warranty preservation requires non-destructive panel removal, avoiding broken clips or stripped screw threads during the upgrade process.
- Thermal throttling becomes more probable when approaching maximum density, as 64 GB configurations generate higher sustained heat than factory-installed capacities.
- Module compatibility verification should confirm DDR5-4800 CL40 or lower latency ratings, as higher CAS latencies degrade access times despite matching frequency.
- Upgrading from single-channel configurations to matched pairs yields measurable improvements in integrated graphics performance and memory-intensive applications.