MSI Prestige PS63 8SC-029 Modern RAM upgrade specifications
MSI Prestige PS series PS63 8SC-029 Modern laptop supports DDR4-SDRAM memory upgrades through 2x SO-DIMM slots. Maximum RAM capacity specifications reach 32 GB total. Compatible memory modules operate at 2400 MHz frequency with SO-DIMM form factor. Upgrade specifications indicate dual-slot configuration enabling memory expansion for enhanced system performance and multitasking capabilities.
Memory Upgrade Specifications
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Memory slots | 2x SO-DIMM |
| Form factor | SO-DIMM |
| Memory type | DDR4-SDRAM |
| Frequency | 2400 MHz |
| Maximum RAM | 32 GB |
| Voltage | 1.2V |
| Number of pins | 260-pin |
| Interface | PC4 |
| PC Speed Rating | PC4-2400 (PC4-19200) |
| Bandwidth | 19.2 GB/s |
| Laptop Release date | 31 March 2019 |
Additional Notes
- The motherboard architecture supports dual-channel memory configurations when both slots are populated with identical modules, doubling the theoretical bandwidth for memory-intensive applications.
- Installing modules with frequencies exceeding 2400 MHz results in automatic downclocking to match the native system bus limit dictated by the 8th generation processor architecture.
- Total memory capacity is limited by the physical slot count and the internal firmware, preventing the recognition of 32 GB single-stick dense modules in the MSI PS63 8SC-029 Modern.
- The SO-DIMM form factor necessitates use of standard 260-pin modules, as larger desktop DIMM or soldered LPDDR alternatives are hardware incompatible.
- Physical access to both slots requires removal of the entire base panel and potentially the disconnection of the battery to prevent electrical shorting during component seating.
- Latency performance is governed by the slowest installed module, meaning mixing modules with different CAS timings forces the system to default to the higher, less efficient latency values.
- Upgrading to the 32 GB threshold provides sufficient headroom for high-resolution video editing and virtual machine hosting without triggering disk-based paging operations.