Lenovo IdeaPad S510p - RAM Upgrade Guide

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The Lenovo S510p laptop has two memory slots available for RAM upgrades. It can support a maximum of 16GB of memory. The type of RAM compatible with this model is DDR3 SDRAM, and it uses a SODIMM form factor, which is a smaller type of memory module commonly used in laptops. For optimal performance, the recommended RAM clock speed is 1600MHz, also referred to as PC3-12800.

Lenovo IdeaPad S510p Memory Specifications & Maximum RAM Capacity

SpecificationValue
Laptop ModelLenovo IdeaPad S510p
Total memory slots2
Maximum RAM16GB
Memory typeDDR3 SDRAM
Form factorSODIMM (Small Outline Dual Inline Memory Module)
Recommended RAM clock speed1600MHz (PC3-12800)
VoltageLow - 1.35V (DDR3L / PC3L)
Number of pins204-pin

FAQ about Lenovo IdeaPad S510p RAM

How much RAM can I put in my Lenovo S510p laptop?

The maximum is 16GB total. You've got 2 memory slots, so that's 8GB per slot if you want to max it out.

What type of RAM does the Lenovo S510p use?

It uses DDR3 SODIMM modules - that's the smaller laptop-sized RAM sticks, not the full-size desktop ones. Make sure you get DDR3, not DDR4 or DDR5.

What speed RAM should I get for the S510p?

Go with 1600MHz (also labeled as PC3-12800). The laptop might work with other speeds, but 1600MHz is what's recommended and will give you the best compatibility.

Can I mix different RAM sizes in my S510p?

Yeah, you can mix sizes like 4GB + 8GB to get 12GB total. Just try to match the speed (1600MHz) for both sticks. Mixing speeds usually works but the system will run both at the slower speed.

Do I need to remove the old RAM when upgrading?

Depends on what's already in there. If you've got one empty slot, just add a stick. If both slots are full with smaller modules and you want more RAM, you'll need to replace one or both.