Acer Aspire 5 A515-56G - RAM Upgrade Guide
The Acer A515-56G laptop comes with two memory slots for RAM, though only one of these slots can be upgraded by the user. The total memory capacity of the device can reach up to 20GB, with a maximum of 16GB supported in the user-accessible slot. The type of memory used is DDR4 SDRAM, and it comes in a small outline dual inline memory module (SODIMM) format. For best performance, the recommended RAM speed is 2666MHz, which corresponds to the PC4-21300 standard.
Acer Aspire 5 A515-56G Memory Specifications & Maximum RAM Capacity
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Laptop Model | Acer Aspire 5 A515-56G |
| Total memory slots | 2 (1 not upgradeable) |
| Maximum RAM | 20GB (up to 16GB in user accessible slot) |
| Memory type | DDR4 SDRAM |
| Form factor | SODIMM (Small Outline Dual Inline Memory Module) |
| Recommended RAM clock speed | 2666MHz (PC4-21300) |
| Voltage | Low - 1.2V |
| Number of pins | 260-pin |
FAQ about Acer Aspire 5 A515-56G RAM
How many RAM slots does the Acer A515-56G have?
It has 2 slots total, but only 1 is accessible for upgrades. The other slot has soldered memory that can't be changed.
What's the maximum RAM I can have in my A515-56G?
20GB total - that's 4GB soldered (non-removable) plus up to 16GB in the upgradeable slot.
What type of RAM do I need for the A515-56G?
You need DDR4 SODIMM modules - the laptop-sized ones, not desktop RAM. Make sure it's DDR4, not DDR3 or DDR5.
What speed RAM should I get?
2666MHz (also labeled as PC4-21300) is the recommended speed. Faster RAM will work but will run at 2666MHz anyway.
Will dual-channel memory work with one soldered slot?
Yes, if you match the upgradeable RAM capacity to the soldered 4GB (by installing a 4GB module), you'll get dual-channel performance. With other sizes, it'll run in flex mode or single-channel.