MSI Gaming GF76 11UG-090 Katana RAM upgrade specifications
MSI GF76 11UG-090 Katana gaming laptop specifications for memory upgrade compatibility. The system features 2x SO-DIMM slots supporting DDR4-SDRAM memory modules. Maximum RAM capacity reaches 64 GB total. Compatible memory operates at 3200 MHz frequency. Upgrade options allow installation of additional or replacement SO-DIMM modules to expand system memory. Current specifications indicate available slot configuration for memory expansion within the Gaming GF series platform.
Memory Upgrade Specifications
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Memory slots | 2x SO-DIMM |
| Form factor | SO-DIMM |
| Memory type | DDR4-SDRAM |
| Frequency | 3200 MHz |
| Maximum RAM | 64 GB |
| Voltage | 1.2V |
| Number of pins | 260-pin |
| Interface | PC4 |
| PC Speed Rating | PC4-3200 (PC4-25600) |
| Bandwidth | 25.6 GB/s |
| Laptop Release date | 22 July 2021 |
Additional Notes
- The MSI GF76 11UG-090 Katana supports DDR4 modules exclusively, eliminating compatibility with DDR3 or DDR5 variants regardless of physical form factor matching.
- Native 3200 MHz operation requires BIOS support for XMP or JEDEC SPD profiles, as standard DDR4 base frequency operates at 2133 MHz without profile activation.
- Dual-channel configuration necessitates matched module pairs for optimal bandwidth utilization, as asymmetric configurations may force single-channel operation or reduced frequency synchronization.
- The 64 GB ceiling translates to 32 GB density per slot, requiring modules with 16Gbit die architecture rather than older 8Gbit configurations.
- SO-DIMM voltage specifications typically default to 1.2V for DDR4, though high-performance modules may require 1.35V operation, creating potential thermal management considerations in confined laptop chassis.
- Populated dual-slot architecture provides no spare expansion capacity, necessitating complete module replacement rather than incremental additions for capacity upgrades.
- CAS latency variations at 3200 MHz (CL16 vs CL22) impact memory access timing by approximately 3 nanoseconds, affecting latency-sensitive computational tasks.
- Non-ECC module architecture eliminates error correction capabilities, prioritizing performance density over data integrity verification in consumer-grade configurations.
- Access panel design determines whether upgrade procedures void warranty seals, as bottom-case disassembly requirements vary across chassis revisions.
- Thermal throttling may occur when transitioning from single-rank to dual-rank modules at equivalent capacity, as doubled memory bank activation increases power consumption and heat generation.