MSI Gaming GE75 Raider-048 RAM upgrade specifications
The MSI GE75 Raider-048 gaming laptop features DDR4-SDRAM memory upgrade specifications. The system contains 2x SO-DIMM slots supporting maximum RAM capacity of 32 GB. Memory upgrades are compatible with DDR4 modules operating at 2666 MHz frequency. The SO-DIMM form factor designation indicates laptop-grade memory module specifications. Upgrade compatibility and maximum capacity details apply specifically to the GE series gaming line from MSI.
Memory Upgrade Specifications
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Memory slots | 2x SO-DIMM |
| Form factor | SO-DIMM |
| Memory type | DDR4-SDRAM |
| Frequency | 2666 MHz |
| Maximum RAM | 32 GB |
| Voltage | 1.2V |
| Number of pins | 260-pin |
| Interface | PC4 |
| PC Speed Rating | PC4-2666 (PC4-21328) |
| Bandwidth | 21.3 GB/s |
| Laptop Release date | 18 April 2019 |
Additional Notes
- The dual channel configuration requirement necessitates installing modules in identical pairs to achieve the peak memory bandwidth necessary for high frame rate gaming.
- The MSI GE75 Raider-048 hardware architecture creates a hard ceiling at 32 GB, causing the system to fail to POST if 32 GB modules are high density or exceed the individual 16 GB per slot limit.
- Installing memory with XMP profiles or speeds exceeding 2666 MHz results in automatic downclocking to match the chipset bus speed constraints.
- Physical access to the SO-DIMM slots requires the removal of the entire lower chassis plate, which may involve breaking a factory seal sticker depending on regional warranty policies regarding internal servicing.
- The use of standard voltage 1.2V DDR4 is required as the motherboard firmware does not support the voltage adjustments needed for high performance overclocked memory modules.
- Latency timings are restricted by the BIOS, meaning that lower CL rated sticks will default to the standard JEDEC profiles calibrated for the 2666 MHz frequency.