MSI Gaming GS75 8SF-011AU Stealth RAM upgrade specifications
The MSI GS75 8SF-011AU Stealth gaming laptop features DDR4-SDRAM memory upgrade specifications with 2x SO-DIMM slots supporting maximum capacity of 32 GB. Compatible memory operates at 2666 MHz frequency. The upgrade supports standard SO-DIMM form factor modules, enabling memory expansion for enhanced multitasking performance on the GS series gaming platform.
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 | 02 February 2019 |
Additional Notes
- The MSI GS75 8SF-011AU Stealth utilizes a flipped motherboard design which requires total disassembly of the chassis and removal of the mainboard to access the inward-facing memory slots for hardware changes.
- Dual-channel memory architecture requires matching module densities in both slots to ensure peak memory bandwidth and prevent synchronous timing downgrades.
- Installing modules with lower latency timings than the factory-shipped hardware will not result in performance gains as the system BIOS lacks native support for XMP profiles or manual voltage adjustments.
- Internal heat management relies on thin-profile cooling solutions which may be impacted by the addition of memory modules featuring thick integrated heatsinks due to tightly packed internal tolerances.
- The processor architecture limits the memory controller to a ceiling of 2666 MHz regardless of the installation of higher-rated overclocking modules which will automatically downclock to match the system bus speed.
- Maximum capacity expansion involves the replacement of both existing modules since the absence of additional vacant slots prevents incremental memory additions.
- Breaking the factory seal sticker located over a chassis screw is necessary to perform a memory swap which may impact warranty coverage depending on local regional consumer laws.