MSI Gaming GF63 11SC-496UK Thin RAM upgrade specifications

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MSI GF63 11SC-496UK Thin Gaming series laptop memory upgrade specifications include DDR4-SDRAM compatible RAM modules. The device features 2x SO-DIMM slots supporting maximum capacity of 64 GB total memory. Compatible RAM operates at 3200 MHz frequency using SO-DIMM form factor. Upgrade specifications indicate support for dual-channel memory configuration enabling enhanced system performance. Users requiring memory expansion can install compatible DDR4 modules up to the maximum supported capacity across the available memory slots.

Memory Upgrade Specifications

SpecificationValue
Memory slots2x SO-DIMM
Form factorSO-DIMM
Memory typeDDR4-SDRAM
Frequency3200 MHz
Maximum RAM64 GB
Voltage1.2V
Number of pins260-pin
InterfacePC4
PC Speed RatingPC4-3200 (PC4-25600)
Bandwidth25.6 GB/s
Laptop Release date22 December 2021

Additional Notes

  • Dual channel architecture requires matching memory modules to reach peak bandwidth for the 11th Gen processor architecture.
  • The presence of 2 SO-DIMM slots implies that the factory memory occupies at least 1 slot, necessitating the removal of existing hardware to reach the 64 GB maximum capacity.
  • The MSI GF63 11SC-496UK Thin utilizes a standard voltage DDR4 interface which lacks compatibility with newer DDR5 modules due to physical keying and voltage regulator differences.
  • High density 32 GB modules are required in each slot to achieve the upper memory limit, which often requires a BIOS update to ensure stable timing profiles.
  • Upgrading memory requires the removal of the entire base panel, which may involve breaking a factory seal sticker depending on regional warranty policies.
  • Operating at 3200 MHz depends on the integrated memory controller of the installed CPU, as system downclocking occurs if the processor supports lower maximum frequencies.
  • Latency performance is dictated by the highest CAS latency among installed sticks, meaning mixing modules with different timings results in the system defaulting to the slowest common denominator.