MSI Gaming GL76 12UGK-095XES Pulse RAM upgrade specifications
The MSI GL76 12UGK-095XES Pulse gaming laptop features DDR4-SDRAM memory specifications with upgrade capacity to 64 GB maximum RAM. The Gaming GL series model includes 2 SO-DIMM memory slots supporting DDR4-3200 MHz compatible modules. Upgrade specifications allow for maximum memory expansion within the dual slot configuration. The MSI GL76 Pulse series supports compatible DDR4 SO-DIMM memory modules operating at 3200 MHz frequency for enhanced system performance.
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 January 2022 |
Additional Notes
- The dual slot configuration requires removing the factory modules to reach the maximum capacity because there are no additional vacant ports for expansion.
- Installing modules in pairs ensures the system operates in dual channel mode which is necessary to prevent memory bandwidth bottlenecks during high refresh rate gaming.
- The motherboard architecture limits the memory clock to 3200 MHz even if higher speed modules are physically installed into the slots.
- The MSI GL76 12UGK-095XES Pulse utilizes standard voltage SO-DIMM modules which prevents the use of low voltage or desktop sized components.
- Accessing the memory slots requires removing the entire bottom chassis plate which may involve breaking a factory seal depending on regional warranty policies.
- Higher capacity 32 GB modules must be unbuffered and non ECC to maintain compatibility with the integrated memory controller.
- Integrated graphics demand a portion of the system memory which reduces the total amount of RAM available for the operating system and background applications.