MSI Gaming GE63 8SF-047 Raider RGB RAM upgrade specifications

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The MSI GE63 8SF-047 Raider RGB Gaming series laptop features DDR4-SDRAM memory with 2x SO-DIMM slots available for upgrade. Maximum supported RAM capacity reaches 32 GB total. Compatible memory modules operate at 2666 MHz frequency with SO-DIMM form factor. Current specifications allow for expansion beyond factory-installed memory to achieve maximum RAM specifications on the GE63 8SF-047 Raider RGB model.

Memory Upgrade Specifications

SpecificationValue
Memory slots2x SO-DIMM
Form factorSO-DIMM
Memory typeDDR4-SDRAM
Frequency2666 MHz
Maximum RAM32 GB
Voltage1.2V
Number of pins260-pin
InterfacePC4
PC Speed RatingPC4-2666 (PC4-21328)
Bandwidth21.3 GB/s
Laptop Release date05 May 2019

Additional Notes

  • Dual channel memory architecture requires matching module capacities and frequencies to achieve the theoretical peak memory bandwidth.
  • The maximum capacity threshold indicates that 16 GB modules are the highest supported density per slot for this motherboard chipset.
  • Installing memory with frequencies exceeding 2666 MHz results in automatic downclocking to meet the hardware controller speed limit.
  • Upgrading the MSI GE63 8SF-047 Raider RGB involves a total replacement of existing modules if both slots are occupied from the factory.
  • Internal component access for memory installation usually necessitates the removal of the entire lower chassis shield which may involve penetrating a factory seal sticker.
  • The SO-DIMM form factor limits hardware compatibility to laptop-specific non-ECC unbuffered modules.
  • Latency performance depends on the CAS latency rating of the replacement sticks as the BIOS typically lacks manual timing adjustment features.