Lenovo V480s - RAM Upgrade Guide
The Lenovo V480s laptop supports RAM upgrades with a total of two memory slots. It can handle up to 8GB of memory in total. The type of memory used is DDR3 SDRAM, and it comes in a smaller form factor known as SODIMM, which is commonly used in laptops. For best performance, the memory should have a clock speed of 1600MHz, also referred to as PC3-12800.
Lenovo V480s Memory Specifications & Maximum RAM Capacity
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Laptop Model | Lenovo V480s |
| Total memory slots | 2 |
| Maximum RAM | 8GB |
| 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 Lenovo V480s RAM
How much RAM can I put in a Lenovo V480s?
Maximum is 8GB total. You've got 2 slots to work with, so that's 4GB per slot max.
What type of RAM does the V480s use?
DDR3 SODIMM - the smaller laptop memory sticks, not the full-size desktop ones. Make sure you get SODIMMs or they won't fit.
What speed RAM should I get for the V480s?
1600MHz (also labeled as PC3-12800) is what works best. You can use slower speeds but why would you want to?
Can I mix different RAM sizes in the V480s?
Yeah, you can do like 2GB + 4GB if you want. Just remember both sticks need to be DDR3 SODIMM. Matching sizes usually performs a bit better though.
Do I need to remove the old RAM when upgrading?
Depends what's already in there. If both slots are full, you'll need to take out at least one stick. If there's an empty slot, just pop the new one in.
Will faster RAM like 1866MHz work in the V480s?
It'll probably work but will just run at 1600MHz anyway. The system won't use the extra speed, so save your money and stick with 1600MHz.