MSI Cyborg 15 A12VF-040 RAM upgrade specifications
The MSI Cyborg 15 A12VF-040 laptop features DDR5-SDRAM memory upgrade specifications with two SO-DIMM slots supporting maximum capacity of 64 GB. Compatible RAM operates at 4800 MHz frequency. Upgrade options accommodate DDR5 memory modules in SO-DIMM form factor. The specifications define maximum supported memory configuration for this MSI 15 series model.
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 February 2023 |
Additional Notes
- Dual channel architecture requires matching module pairs to maximize memory bus throughput and prevent single channel bandwidth bottlenecks.
- The presence of 2 physical slots implies that reaching the 64 GB maximum requires the removal and replacement of any preinstalled modules.
- The MSI Cyborg 15 A12VF-040 utilizes DDR5 technology which operates at lower voltage than DDR4, reducing thermal output within the chassis during heavy memory loads.
- Motherboard firmware constraints will downclock high performance 5200 MHz or 5600 MHz modules to the 4800 MHz ceiling supported by the system architecture.
- Upgrade procedures involve internal access which necessitates breaking the factory seal, potentially affecting warranty status depending on regional consumer protection laws.
- Internal motherboard layout requires 1.1V SO-DIMM modules as high voltage XMP profiles are typically unsupported in this bios environment.
- Capacity expansion beyond the 64 GB limit is restricted by the processor integrated memory controller and physical slot density limitations.