MSI Gaming GF63 9SC-056FR Thin RAM upgrade specifications

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The MSI GF63 9SC-056FR Thin Gaming series laptop features DDR4-SDRAM memory upgrade specifications with 2x SO-DIMM slots supporting a maximum RAM capacity of 64 GB. Compatible memory modules operate at 2666 MHz frequency with SO-DIMM form factor. Upgrade specifications enable users to expand the laptop's memory configuration from factory default to maximum supported capacity through compatible DDR4 modules installed in available SO-DIMM slots.

Memory Upgrade Specifications

SpecificationValue
Memory slots2x SO-DIMM
Form factorSO-DIMM
Memory typeDDR4-SDRAM
Frequency2666 MHz
Maximum RAM64 GB
Voltage1.2V
Number of pins260-pin
InterfacePC4
PC Speed RatingPC4-2666 (PC4-21328)
Bandwidth21.3 GB/s
Laptop Release date19 January 2020

Additional Notes

  • The presence of 2 SO-DIMM slots confirms a dual-channel memory architecture which doubles the potential peak bandwidth compared to single-channel configurations.
  • Upgrading the MSI GF63 9SC-056FR Thin to the 64 GB maximum requires the removal of all existing modules because no additional unoccupied slots exist for expansion.
  • Installing modules with frequencies higher than 2666 MHz results in an automatic downclock to match the hardware controller limitations of the 9th generation chipset.
  • Physical access to the memory banks necessitates the removal of the entire bottom chassis panel which involve breaking a factory seal sticker in certain regional jurisdictions.
  • The system requires 260-pin non-ECC unbuffered modules specifically as high-density server-grade memory is electrically incompatible with this consumer motherboard.
  • Latency performance depends on matching the CAS latency of both sticks to prevent the system from defaulting to the slowest shared timing profile.