Asus VivoBook X512UF - RAM Upgrade Guide

The Asus VivoBook X512UF has two memory slots for RAM, but only one of these slots can be upgraded by the user. The laptop supports a maximum memory capacity of 20GB, with up to 16GB possible in the slot that can be accessed for upgrades. It uses DDR4 SDRAM as the memory type, which comes in a small outline dual inline memory module (SODIMM) format. For optimal performance, the recommended clock speed for the RAM is 2666MHz, corresponding to the PC4-21300 standard.
Asus VivoBook X512UF Memory Specifications & Maximum RAM Capacity
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Laptop Model | Asus VivoBook X512UF |
| 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 Asus VivoBook X512UF RAM
How many RAM slots does the VivoBook X512UF have?
It has 2 total slots, but only 1 is accessible for upgrades. The other slot has memory soldered directly to the motherboard.
What's the maximum RAM I can have in this laptop?
20GB total - that's 4GB soldered on the motherboard plus up to 16GB in the upgradeable slot.
What type of RAM do I need to buy?
You need DDR4 SODIMM modules - the smaller laptop-sized memory sticks, not the full-size desktop ones.
What speed RAM should I get?
2666MHz (also labeled as PC4-21300) is the recommended speed for this model.
Can I remove the existing RAM and replace it?
Only partially - one slot has removable memory you can swap out, but the other has memory permanently attached to the motherboard that can't be changed.
If I add a 16GB stick, will I have 16GB or 20GB total?
You'll have 20GB total because there's already 4GB soldered on the board that stays there permanently.