MSI Gaming GP76 Leopard 11UG-1036FR RAM upgrade specifications
The MSI GP76 Leopard 11UG-1036FR Gaming series laptop features DDR4-SDRAM memory upgrade capabilities with two SO-DIMM slots supporting a maximum RAM capacity of 64 GB. The memory specifications include DDR4-3200 MHz frequency support and SO-DIMM form factor compatibility. This gaming laptop model accommodates compatible DDR4 SO-DIMM modules for memory upgrades up to the maximum specifications listed.
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 January 2022 |
Additional Notes
- The MSI GP76 Leopard 11UG-1036FR uses DDR4-SDRAM with a maximum rated frequency of 3200 MHz, which is the JEDEC standard for 11th-generation Intel mobile processors. Aftermarket memory modules exceeding this frequency will operate at 3200 MHz regardless of rated speed, eliminating performance gains from higher-frequency RAM.
- The 2x SO-DIMM slot configuration provides no redundancy for memory expansion. Replacing both modules is the only path to upgrade capacity; retaining a single existing module during an upgrade requires compatibility verification between generations, as timing parameters and voltage specifications may differ between DDR4 batches.
- The 64 GB capacity ceiling represents the practical limit for DDR4 SO-DIMM modules in this form factor. Retail availability of matched 32 GB SO-DIMM pairs meeting 3200 MHz specifications is limited and typically commands premium pricing compared to desktop DDR4 alternatives.
- SO-DIMM modules occupy approximately 67 x 30 millimeters. Installation depth within the MSI gaming chassis may present interference with adjacent thermal solutions or power delivery components depending on module height; heat-spreader equipped memory carries higher physical profile risk than low-profile variants.
- Warranty protection for user-performed RAM installation depends on MSI regional policies. Some markets enforce sealed-unit policies that void coverage if memory modules are accessed, while others explicitly authorize user upgrades without penalty. Documentation review prior to installation is mandatory.
- The DDR4 architecture operates at 1.2 volts nominal. Non-standardized modules supplied at higher voltages (1.35V or above) will degrade memory lifespan and may trigger integrated power delivery protection circuits that throttle performance automatically.