RAM upgrade advice

[danmagus]

Hi all. My laptop was configured and built in 2021 and I'm looking to upgrade the RAM. I found that the motherboard is a Clevo NHxxDPx, and the specs listed by PCS for memory are:

Memory Type: Supports DDR4 2666MHz
Number of Modules: 2 x Modules
Maximum Supported Memory: 64GB

Does this mean I can't get anything above 2666Mhz with an overall of 64Gb? Or can I at least buy two 64Gb? Thank you

 

[SpyderTracks]

Hi all. My laptop was configured and built in 2021 and I'm looking to upgrade the RAM. I found that the motherboard is a Clevo NHxxDPx, and the specs listed by PCS for memory are:

Memory Type: Supports DDR4 2666MHz
Number of Modules: 2 x Modules
Maximum Supported Memory: 64GB

Does this mean I can't get anything above 2666Mhz with an overall of 64Gb? Or can I at least buy two 64Gb? Thank you

Can you copy and paste your full specs from the order page of your main PCS account?

 

[danmagus]

Can you copy and paste your full specs from the order page of your main PCS account?

Yes. I'll paste almost everything, even though it's probably more than necessary.

Chassis & Display
Elimina Series: 17.3" Matte Full HD 144Hz 72% NTSC LED Widescreen (1920x1080)
Processor (CPU)
Intel® Core™ i7 Eight Core Processor 10870H (2.2GHz, 5.0GHz Turbo)
Memory (RAM)
16GB Corsair 2133MHz SODIMM DDR4 (1 x 16GB)
Graphics Card
NVIDIA® GeForce® RTX 3060 - 6.0GB GDDR6 Video RAM - DirectX® 12.1
2nd M.2 SSD Drive
1TB CORSAIR MP400 NVMe PCIe M.2 SSD (up to 3480 MB/R, 1880 MB/W)
1st Storage Drive
128GB PCS 2.5" SSD, SATA 6 Gb (500MB/R, 400MB/W)
Memory Card Reader
Integrated 6 in 1 Card Reader (SD /Mini SD/ SDHC / SDXC / MMC / RSMMC)
AC Adaptor
1 x 180W AC Adaptor
Power Cable
1 x 1 Metre Cloverleaf European Power Cable
Battery
Elimina Series Detachable Lithium Ion Battery
Thermal Paste
ARCTIC MX-4 EXTREME THERMAL CONDUCTIVITY COMPOUND
Sound Card
2 Channel High Def. Audio + SoundBlaster™ Cinema
Bluetooth & Wireless
GIGABIT LAN & KILLER™ Wi-Fi 6 AX1650 M.2 GAMING + BLUETOOTH 5.0
USB/Thunderbolt Options
1 x USB 3.2 PORT (Type C) + 2 x USB 3.2 PORTS + 1 x USB 2.0 PORT
Keyboard Language
MULTI COLOUR BACKLIT UK KEYBOARD
Operating System
Windows 10 Home 64 Bit - inc. Single Licence [KUK-00001]

Dimensions & Weight
Dimensions (w x d x h)
395.9mm x 262mm x 29.5mm
Weight
2.5 kg including battery
Colour
Grey/Black
Chipset
Processor Support
10th Generation Intel Processor Support
Memory
Memory Type
Supports DDR4 2666MHz
Number of Modules
2 x Modules
Maximum Supported Memory
64GB
Hard Drive Capacity
Hard Drive Type
1 x 7mm, 2.5" S-ATA HDD support
M.2 Port
2 x M.2 2280 SSD Ports, 1 x WLAN M.2 2230
Display & Graphics
Graphics
Choice of graphics cards - refer to configurator.
Screen Size
17.3 inch Widescreen
Native/Maximum Resolution
1920 x 1080
Refresh Rate
144 Hz
NTSC
72%
Audio
Chipset
High Definition Audio + SOUND BLASTER™ cinema 6
Channels
2 channel HD Audio
Connections
1 x 2-in-1 Audio Jack, 1 x Microphone Jack
Speakers
Built in two speakers
Integrated Microphone
Yes, Array Microphone
Communications
LAN
Gigabit LAN
Wireless Support
Wireless LAN 802.11ax/ac/b/g/n (M.2 Interface)
Bluetooth Support
Bluetooth V5.0 module support
Keyboard & Mouse
Keys
Multi colour backlit isolated keyboard
Language Support
Multi-Language support
Pointing Device | Touchpad Mouse
Built in touch pad with multi-gesture and scrolling function
Backlit Keyboard
Yes
Memory Card Reader
Memory Card Reader
6-in-1 Card Reader (MMC / RSMMC / SD / Mini SD / SDHC / SDXC)
Ports
LAN
1 x RJ-45 jack
USB
1 x USB 3.2 Gen 2 Port (Type C), 1 x USB 3.2 Gen 2 Port, 1 x USB 3.2 Gen 1 Port, 1 x USB 2.0 Port
Display
1 x HDMI, 1 x Mini DP, 1 x DP via USB-C
Microphone-IN
1
Headphone-OUT
1 x 2 in 1 Combi Jack (Microphone jack will be disabled when in use)
DC-in
1
Battery & Power Lead
Battery Capacity
4 Cell Lithium-Ion 48.96WH
Typical Battery Life
Up to 4 Hours
Battery Type
Detachable
Power Lead & AC Adapter
1 x Power Lead included with AC Adapter
Security
Kensington Lock
Yes

 

[SpyderTracks]

If you go to the upgrades section of your account you can order the correct RAM through there. It’s a max of 64Gb combined.

Its not just the type, it’s speeds, voltages, timings etc.

RAM works in dual pairs so you need a matched pair.

Just mentioning as people don’t understand RAM, it doesn’t increase performance in any way adding more if the program you’re using doesn’t have Any requirement for that amount

 

[danmagus]

If you go to the upgrades section of your account you can order the correct RAM through there. It’s a max of 64Gb combined.

Its not just the type, it’s speeds, voltages, timings etc.

RAM works in dual pairs so you need a matched pair.

Just mentioning as people don’t understand RAM, it doesn’t increase performance in any way adding more if the program you’re using doesn’t have Any requirement for that amount

Thank you for your advice, but I'd rather not do this through PCS. My experience wasn't that great. I did check the Upgrade section and it's recommending the following three options:
1 x 8GB Corsair 3200MHz
1 x 16GB Corsair 3200MHz
2 x 8GB Corsair 3200MHz
So, is 16GB the maximum? Now 3200MHz is the max, not 2666? I don't understand this. I would like to get 2 x 32GB, but I'd like it to be compatible and not waste money.

 

[Ekans2011]

I did check the Upgrade section and it's recommending the following three options:
1 x 8GB Corsair 3200MHz
1 x 16GB Corsair 3200MHz
2 x 8GB Corsair 3200MHz

Since DDR4 is outdated in 2025, those are most likely the only modules available through PCS.

Furthermore, because you only have one stick, your current RAM operates in single-channel.

I would like to get 2 x 32GB

What for? What's the purpose of that laptop?

 

[danmagus]

Since DDR4 is outdated in 2025, those are most likely the only modules available through PCS.

Furthermore, because you only have one stick, your current RAM operates in single-channel.

It has two slots, one being unoccupied.

What for? What's the purpose of that laptop?

I'm a graphic designer. I know the best option would be buying a new laptop, but I'm leaning for the moment for the cheaper option: upgrading some parts.

 

[SpyderTracks]

It has two slots, one being unoccupied.

I'm a graphic designer. I know the best option would be buying a new laptop, but I'm leaning for the moment for the cheaper option: upgrading some parts.

As said, RAM is dual channel so you’d need to buy a matched pair and replace the existing.

I would get some good quality 2 x 32gb 3200mhz, it won’t be that much more expensive and the board will just clock it to the max it can

 

[Ekans2011]

It has two slots, one being unoccupied.

That's why it operates in single-channel. As previously stated, RAM works in pair to operate in dual-channel at the nominal frequency. Your RAM is operating at half frequency right now.

I'm a graphic designer. I know the best option would be buying a new laptop, but I'm leaning for the moment for the cheaper option: upgrading some parts.

Laptops are not upgradeable; the only components that may be changed are SSDs and RAM. Which programs are you using?

 

[ubuysa]

Open up your graphics design software, load your most complex design, or multiople designs, and open every other app you typically use at the same time. I want you to have the most complex work running that you need running to do your job so that you're using as much RAM as you're ever likely to need.

Then open Task Manager, click the Performance icon or tab (I forget which it is on Windows 10) and then click the Memory icon. You'll see two graphs at the top, a big boxy one showing RAM use and a small, horizontal one, showing the various mamoery management areas. You'll also see some numbers at the bottom. Post a screenshot of that whole window making sure that we can see all the numbers at the bottom.

From those numbers I can tell you whether adding more RAM will bring you any benefit. I might save you money....

 

[danmagus]

As said, RAM is dual channel so you’d need to buy a matched pair and replace the existing.

I would get some good quality 2 x 32gb 3200mhz, it won’t be that much more expensive and the board will just clock it to the max it can

I know RAM is dual. I was only confirming that only one slot is occupied.
I would like to get these. Thank you for confirming that 2x32, 3200MHz is compatible. And thanks for the help.

That's why it operates in single-channel. As previously stated, RAM works in pair to operate in dual-channel at the nominal frequency. Your RAM is operating at half frequency right now.


Laptops are not upgradeable; the only components that may be changed are SSDs and RAM. Which programs are you using?

I already upgraded the SSDs. I'm with Adobe, and I'm not very happy with the Memory usage. Plus, I do a lot of webmastering and use multiple browsers which eat quite a bunch.

 

[SpyderTracks]

I would like to get these. Thank you for confirming that 2x32, 3200MHz is compatible. And thanks for the help.

That’s pc memory, wouldn’t fit in a laptop.

For laptops you need SODIMMS which are a different physical DIMM

 

[Ekans2011]

I already upgraded the SSDs. I'm with Adobe, and I'm not very happy with the Memory usage. Plus, I do a lot of webmastering and use multiple browsers which eat quite a bunch.

I see you have a single M.2 (Corsair) and a SATA SSD (unknown brand); I strongly suggest purchasing another M.2 to keep the OS separate from your work drive.

RAM:

1) Kingston: https://www.amazon.co.uk/Kingston-Impact-64-3200MHz-KF432S20IBK2/dp/B097QK6M3W/
2) Corsair: https://www.amazon.co.uk/Corsair-Vengeance-RAM-32GB-DDR4/dp/B09DTG3BD7/

 

[danmagus]

That’s pc memory, wouldn’t fit in a laptop.

For laptops you need SODIMMS which are a different physical DIMM

Thank you for pointing this out. I forgot about that. I'll buy these then.

I see you have a single M.2 (Corsair) and a SATA SSD (unknown brand); I strongly suggest purchasing another M.2 to keep the OS separate from your work drive.

RAM:

1) Kingston: https://www.amazon.co.uk/Kingston-Impact-64-3200MHz-KF432S20IBK2/dp/B097QK6M3W/
2) Corsair: https://www.amazon.co.uk/Corsair-Vengeance-RAM-32GB-DDR4/dp/B09DTG3BD7/

I replaced both SSDs with two Samsung 990 Pros. 1TB for C: and a 2TB for D: drive. Thank you for pointing out the RAMs. I was looking at the same Corsairs and will go with those.

Thank you both! It's much appreciated.