MSI Prestige P65 9SE-665BE Creator RAM upgrade specifications
The MSI Prestige P series P65 9SE-665BE Creator laptop features DDR4-SDRAM memory upgrade specifications with 2x SO-DIMM slots supporting maximum capacity of 64 GB RAM. Compatible memory modules operate at 2666 MHz frequency. Specifications enable RAM upgrades from factory configurations to maximum supported capacity using standard SO-DIMM form factor memory modules.
Memory Upgrade Specifications
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Memory slots | 2x SO-DIMM |
| Form factor | SO-DIMM |
| Memory type | DDR4-SDRAM |
| Frequency | 2666 MHz |
| Maximum RAM | 64 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 | 04 June 2019 |
Additional Notes
- The internal layout of the MSI P65 9SE-665BE Creator features a flipped motherboard design which necessitates the removal of the entire mainboard to access the SODIMM slots for any memory replacement.
- Dual channel architecture requires matching memory module densities across both slots to ensure peak memory bandwidth for rendering and computational tasks.
- Installing modules with frequencies higher than 2666 MHz results in an automatic downclocking to match the native memory controller limitations of the 9th Gen Intel processor.
- The 64 GB capacity limit dictates the use of 32 GB high density modules which may increase thermal output within the thin chassis during sustained memory intensive operations.
- Firmware limitations prevent the use of XMP profiles or manual voltage adjustments for memory overclocking within the standard BIOS environment.
- Upgrading beyond the factory configuration involves breaking the factory seal which impacts warranty standing in specific regional jurisdictions.
- Latency performance is restricted by the JEDEC standard timings associated with 1.2V DDR4 modules rather than high performance low voltage alternatives.