MSI Gaming GL73 8SE-029FR RAM upgrade specifications
The MSI GL73 8SE-029FR gaming laptop features DDR4-SDRAM memory specifications with two SO-DIMM slots supporting maximum RAM capacity of 32 GB. Compatible memory modules operate at 2666 MHz frequency. Upgrade options allow installation of additional SO-DIMM form factor memory to achieve maximum specifications. The Gaming GL series GL73 8SE-029FR model supports memory upgrades through accessible SO-DIMM slots for expanded multitasking and performance capabilities.
Memory Upgrade Specifications
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Memory slots | 2x SO-DIMM |
| Form factor | SO-DIMM |
| Memory type | DDR4-SDRAM |
| Frequency | 2666 MHz |
| Maximum RAM | 32 GB |
| Voltage | 1.2V |
| Number of pins | 260-pin |
| Interface | PC4 |
| PC Speed Rating | PC4-2666 (PC4-21328) |
| Bandwidth | 21.3 GB/s |
| Laptop Release date | 11 March 2019 |
Additional Notes
- Dual channel architecture requires matching memory module densities across both slots to achieve maximum theoretical memory bandwidth for the MSI GL73 8SE-029FR.
- The hardware architecture utilizes 260 pin physical interfaces which are incompatible with desktop DIMM modules or older DDR3 layouts.
- Integrated memory controllers will downclock higher frequency modules to the 2666 MHz limit established by the system chipset.
- Accessing the SO-DIMM slots involves removing the base chassis cover which may require breaking a factory seal depending on regional warranty policies.
- Capacity expansion beyond 32 GB is unsupported by the BIOS and may result in a failure to boot or system instability.
- The use of high density 16 GB modules in both slots is necessary to reach the maximum ceiling because no soldered memory exists on the motherboard.
- Latency timings should be matched between existing and new modules to prevent the system from defaulting to the slowest shared JEDEC profile.