Asus K550CC - RAM Upgrade Guide
The Asus K550CC laptop has two memory slots available for RAM upgrades. It can support a maximum memory capacity of 16GB. The type of memory used is DDR3 SDRAM, and it comes in a SODIMM form factor, which is a compact design commonly used in laptops. For optimal performance, it is suggested to use RAM with a clock speed of 1600MHz, also referred to as PC3-12800.
Asus K550CC Memory Specifications & Maximum RAM Capacity
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Laptop Model | Asus K550CC |
| Total memory slots | 2 |
| Maximum RAM | 16GB |
| Memory type | DDR3 SDRAM |
| Form factor | SODIMM (Small Outline Dual Inline Memory Module) |
| Recommended RAM clock speed | 1600MHz (PC3-12800) |
| Voltage | Low - 1.35V (DDR3L / PC3L) |
| Number of pins | 204-pin |
FAQ about Asus K550CC RAM
How much RAM can I put in my K550CC laptop?
You can upgrade to a maximum of 16GB total. The laptop has 2 memory slots, so you could do 2x8GB sticks or keep one existing stick and add another.
What type of RAM do I need for the K550CC?
You need DDR3 SODIMM modules - that's the smaller laptop-sized RAM, not the full-size desktop sticks. Make sure it's DDR3, not DDR4 or DDR5.
What speed RAM should I get?
1600MHz (also labeled as PC3-12800) is the recommended speed. You might be able to use faster RAM, but it'll just run at 1600MHz anyway, so no point paying extra for faster speeds.
Can I mix different RAM sizes or brands?
Technically yes, but it's not ideal. If you mix sizes like 4GB + 8GB, they won't run in dual-channel mode which hurts performance. Mixing brands usually works fine as long as the specs match, but for best results use matching pairs.
Do I need to remove the old RAM when upgrading?
Depends on what you have now. If you've got a single 4GB stick and want 12GB total, you can add an 8GB stick. But if you want 16GB, you'll need to replace everything with 2x8GB sticks since that's the only way to hit the maximum.