MSI Gaming GP76 11UG-1014PL Leopard RAM upgrade specifications
MSI GP76 11UG-1014PL Leopard gaming laptop memory upgrade specifications include two SO-DIMM slots supporting DDR4-SDRAM at 3200 MHz frequency. Maximum RAM capacity reaches 64 GB total. Compatible memory modules must match DDR4 specifications and SO-DIMM form factor for proper installation in available slots. Current upgrade options accommodate dual-channel memory configurations.
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 | 13 April 2022 |
Additional Notes
- The MSI GP76 11UG-1014PL Leopard uses non-ECC unbuffered modules exclusively, as registered or ECC variants are incompatible with consumer gaming chipsets in this category.
- Both slots must remain accessible without motherboard removal, as SO-DIMM installation in gaming chassis typically requires only bottom panel access.
- The 3200 MHz specification indicates official JEDEC support, though actual operational speed depends on CPU memory controller capabilities and BIOS implementation.
- Single-channel configurations will halve memory bandwidth compared to dual-channel, directly impacting integrated graphics performance and certain CPU-intensive workloads.
- Modules exceeding 1.2V standard voltage may cause thermal throttling in the confined SO-DIMM area, particularly during sustained memory-intensive operations.
- The 64 GB ceiling reflects chipset addressing limitations rather than physical slot constraints, making 2x32 GB the maximum practical configuration.
- Mixing modules with different CAS latencies will force all memory to operate at the slower timing specification, reducing effective performance below rated speed.
- Third-party RAM installation generally preserves warranty coverage in most regions, though verification of local consumer protection laws remains advisable before proceeding.
- Rank configuration affects capacity scaling, as dual-rank modules provide better performance at matched capacities compared to single-rank equivalents.
- The SO-DIMM form factor prohibits use of desktop DIMM modules due to incompatible pin counts and physical dimensions.