MSI Vector A13VHG-600IT RAM upgrade specifications
MSI Vector 16 HX series model A13VHG-600IT features DDR5-SDRAM memory upgrade capability through two SO-DIMM slots. Specifications support maximum RAM capacity of 64 GB total. Compatible memory modules operate at 5600 MHz frequency. Upgrade slots accommodate SO-DIMM form factor components. Dual-slot configuration enables memory expansion for enhanced system performance and multitasking capacity.
Memory Upgrade Specifications
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Memory slots | 2x SO-DIMM |
| Form factor | SO-DIMM |
| Memory type | DDR5-SDRAM |
| Frequency | 5600 MHz |
| Maximum RAM | 64 GB |
| Voltage | 1.1V |
| Number of pins | 262-pin |
| Interface | PC5 |
| PC Speed Rating | PC5-5600 (PC5-44800) |
| Bandwidth | 44.8 GB/s |
Additional Notes
- The presence of 2 SO-DIMM slots implies that reaching the maximum capacity requires a symmetric pair of 32 GB modules to maintain dual-channel memory bandwidth.
- The MSI Vector A13VHG-600IT utilizes 5600 MHz DDR5, which carries higher CAS latency compared to DDR4 standards but offers superior peak data transfer rates for bandwidth-heavy rendering tasks.
- Upgrading memory requires physical access to the internal motherboard layout, which may involve breaking a factory seal depending on regional warranty policies regarding self-service.
- Mixing modules with different timings or ranks will result in the system defaulting to the slowest common denominator or potentially failing the Power-On Self-Test.
- Total addressable memory is capped at 64 GB by the hardware firmware, meaning any modules exceeding this density will likely result in a non-bootable state or ignored capacity.
- Because the architecture uses SO-DIMM slots rather than soldered LPDDR5, long-term maintenance is possible if a single module fails after the warranty period.
- High-speed DDR5 modules generate more localized heat than previous generations, necessitating an inspection of the thermal pads on the memory shield during replacement.