MSI Gaming GL62M 7REX-1449BE RAM upgrade specifications
The MSI GL62M 7REX-1449BE Gaming series laptop supports DDR4-SDRAM memory upgrades through two SO-DIMM slots. Maximum RAM capacity reaches 32 GB total with compatible modules operating at 2400 MHz frequency. Specifications indicate the GL62M 7REX-1449BE model accommodates SO-DIMM form factor memory modules for upgrade configurations. Current memory slots allow expansion of installed RAM capacity to the maximum 32 GB specification. Compatible DDR4-SDRAM upgrades must match the 2400 MHz frequency requirement for optimal performance with the MSI GL Gaming family platform.
Memory Upgrade Specifications
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Memory slots | 2x SO-DIMM |
| Form factor | SO-DIMM |
| Memory type | DDR4-SDRAM |
| Frequency | 2400 MHz |
| Maximum RAM | 32 GB |
| Voltage | 1.2V |
| Number of pins | 260-pin |
| Interface | PC4 |
| PC Speed Rating | PC4-2400 (PC4-19200) |
| Bandwidth | 19.2 GB/s |
| Laptop Release date | 01 August 2017 |
Additional Notes
- The MSI GL62M 7REX-1449BE supports DDR4-2400 standard, which operates at reduced speed compared to modern DDR4 variants (3200 MHz and beyond). Upgrading to faster DDR4 modules will downclock to 2400 MHz, eliminating performance gains from higher-frequency memory.
- SO-DIMM form factor restricts upgrade options to laptop-specific memory modules. Desktop DDR4 DIMMs are physically incompatible and cannot be installed regardless of speed or capacity ratings.
- Two memory slots with 32 GB maximum capacity indicates each SO-DIMM slot accepts up to 16 GB modules. Single-channel operation occurs if only 1 slot is populated, resulting in reduced memory bandwidth and potential performance degradation in memory-intensive applications.
- DDR4-2400 bandwidth limitation (approximately 19.2 GB/s per channel) may constrain GPU performance in gaming scenarios when paired with discrete graphics, as graphics workloads often benefit from faster memory subsystems available in newer architectures.
- Upgrade to maximum 32 GB requires 2x16 GB SO-DIMM modules, typically warranting removal of original 4 GB or 8 GB factory-installed memory. Warranty implications depend on manufacturer policy regarding user-accessible memory upgrades; factory memory removal may void coverage on certain components.
- Memory timing specifications (CAS latency and other parameters) remain critical for compatibility. Modules matching original specifications ensure stable operation, as non-standard timing profiles may require manual BIOS configuration on this platform generation.