MSI Prestige 15 A11SC-015IT RAM upgrade specifications

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The MSI Prestige 15 A11SC-015IT features two SO-DIMM slots for DDR4-SDRAM memory upgrade. The laptop supports a maximum RAM capacity of 64 GB with DDR4-3200 MHz specifications. Compatible memory modules must utilize SO-DIMM form factor. Current memory configuration and available upgrade slots allow for expansion to the maximum supported capacity. Detailed specifications and compatible memory options should be verified against manufacturer documentation for proper installation and system compatibility.

Memory Upgrade Specifications

SpecificationValue
Memory slots2x SO-DIMM
Form factorSO-DIMM
Memory typeDDR4-SDRAM
Frequency3200 MHz
Maximum RAM64 GB
Voltage1.2V
Number of pins260-pin
InterfacePC4
PC Speed RatingPC4-3200 (PC4-25600)
Bandwidth25.6 GB/s
Laptop Release date26 April 2022

Additional Notes

  • The MSI Prestige 15 A11SC-015IT contains 2 SO-DIMM slots, meaning both slots must be populated to achieve the 64 GB maximum capacity. Leaving a single slot vacant will disable dual-channel memory architecture, reducing bandwidth by approximately 50 percent and degrading system responsiveness in memory-intensive tasks.
  • DDR4-3200 MHz compatibility restricts upgrade modules to DDR4 standards only. DDR5 memory is physically incompatible with the SO-DIMM connector design and will not function regardless of availability or pricing advantages.
  • The 64 GB ceiling represents a hard limitation imposed by firmware and memory controller specifications. Modules exceeding this total capacity per slot will either fail to initialize or operate at reduced capacity, negating any cost savings from larger individual sticks.
  • SO-DIMM form factor requires low-profile modules on some configurations. High-profile heat-sink designs may contact internal components or palmrest structures, necessitating verification of module height specifications before purchase to prevent installation obstruction.
  • Asymmetrical memory configurations (mismatched capacities or speeds between the 2 slots) typically default to the slower stick's specification. A 32 GB DDR4-3200 paired with 16 GB DDR4-2933 will operate the entire system at 2933 MHz, reducing effective bandwidth compared to symmetric configurations.
  • Factory memory likely operates within Intel 11th-generation processor specifications. Third-party modules rated for 3200 MHz may require manual BIOS timing adjustments if firmware does not automatically apply XMP/DOCP profiles, and some configurations may exhibit stability issues until timings are optimized.