MSI Prestige 15 A10SC-216CA RAM upgrade specifications

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The MSI Prestige 15 A10SC-216CA laptop features DDR4-SDRAM memory upgrade specifications with two SO-DIMM slots supporting a maximum RAM capacity of 64 GB. The memory modules operate at 2666 MHz frequency. Compatible upgrades utilize the SO-DIMM form factor standard. Current specifications and maximum memory capacity provide details for RAM upgrade compatibility and slot availability on this MSI Prestige series model.

Memory Upgrade Specifications

SpecificationValue
Memory slots2x SO-DIMM
Form factorSO-DIMM
Memory typeDDR4-SDRAM
Frequency2666 MHz
Maximum RAM64 GB
Voltage1.2V
Number of pins260-pin
InterfacePC4
PC Speed RatingPC4-2666 (PC4-21328)
Bandwidth21.3 GB/s
Laptop Release date25 November 2019

Additional Notes

  • Dual channel memory architecture requires installing matching modules in both available slots to maximize bus width for integrated graphical processing.
  • The MSI Prestige 15 A10SC-216CA utilizes a flipped motherboard layout that necessitates the removal of the entire thermal module and logic board to access the hidden SO-DIMM slots.
  • Installing higher frequency modules results in a down-clocking to the processor limited ceiling of 2666 MHz due to chipset synchronization constraints.
  • Reaching the 64 GB maximum capacity involves replacing both pre-installed factory modules as no vacant expansion ports exist on the board.
  • Thermal pad replacement is often required during a RAM upgrade because the heat pipes must be detached to reach the underside of the mainboard.
  • Latency performance depends on choosing modules with low CAS timings since the BIOS lacks manual voltage tuning for high performance memory overclocking.
  • Physical height limitations within the ultra slim chassis restrict the use of SO-DIMM modules with thick integrated heat spreaders.