MSI Gaming GE76 12UHS-041NL Raide RAM upgrade specifications

The MSI GE76 12UHS-041NL Raide gaming laptop features DDR5-SDRAM memory upgrade specifications. The system contains 2 SO-DIMM slots supporting a maximum RAM capacity of 64 GB. Compatible memory modules operate at 4800 MHz frequency. The upgrade specifications indicate support for SO-DIMM form factor modules, enabling users to expand the laptop's memory configuration according to compatibility requirements and performance needs.

Memory Upgrade Specifications

SpecificationValue
Memory slots2x SO-DIMM
Form factorSO-DIMM
Memory typeDDR5-SDRAM
Frequency4800 MHz
Maximum RAM64 GB
Voltage1.1V
Number of pins262-pin
InterfacePC5
PC Speed RatingPC5-4800 (PC5-38400)
Bandwidth38.4 GB/s
Laptop Release date16 December 2021

Additional Notes

  • The MSI GE76 12UHS-041NL Raide uses DDR5 SO-DIMM modules, which are physically incompatible with DDR4 slots found in older gaming laptops, necessitating exact memory type verification before purchase.
  • The 4800 MHz frequency specification represents the JEDEC standard for DDR5, but actual performance depends on Intel 12th-generation processor support; certain SKUs may operate at lower effective frequencies due to chipset limitations.
  • Dual SO-DIMM configuration with 64 GB maximum capacity indicates that upgrading to the ceiling requires 2x 32 GB modules; single-module upgrades will leave one slot vacant, preventing symmetrical dual-channel operation and reducing memory bandwidth efficiency.
  • SO-DIMM form factor requires low-profile heatspreaders on aftermarket modules; standard-height DDR5 heatsinks may contact the keyboard assembly or palmrest structure, causing installation failure without removal of internal components.
  • Memory channel latency in DDR5 systems is inherently higher than DDR4 despite faster frequencies; gaming workloads in this configuration may see diminished frame-rate gains compared to bandwidth-intensive professional applications.
  • Factory-sealed SO-DIMM slots on gaming laptops typically maintain warranty coverage for memory upgrades when performed by end-users, provided modules meet OEM compatibility specifications and no physical damage occurs during installation.
  • Upgrading from stock configuration to 64 GB requires approximately 48 GB additional capacity, which sustains extended multitasking scenarios but generates marginal performance improvements for single-game sessions on modern titles.