RAM Upgrade

Question

Folks,I have a Dell XPS 15 (L501X) laptop which was purchased in 2011. I would like to replace the ‘RAM Memory Cards’. I know how to do this, but I’m not sure about the maximum amount of memory I can install. I’ve read that it is 8GB but I’ve seen videos that show 16GB memory being installed. Can anyone tell me what the maximum memory limit should be - I suspect it safer to go for 8GB, but would appreciate any advice. Thanks!

bacillus1 · Accepted Answer

looks like your max memory is 8GB according to crucial. https://uk.crucial.com/compatible-upgrade-for/dell/xps-l501x

Catcha61 · Accepted Answer

Dear bacillus1, Thanks for your reply - much appreciated! Charlie

Catcha61 · Accepted Answer

The laptop has Intel i5-460M (2.53GHz) CPU.

U2CAMEB4ME · Accepted Answer

Welcome to the Dell Community @Catcha61

Just like Dell manuals Crucial is a good reference but is not always correct in aspects to what the hardware limitations are.

That's why they have this disclaimer *Not to exceed manufacturer supported memory.*

What CPU do you have installed???

Best regards,

U2

U2CAMEB4ME · Accepted Answer

@Catcha61

8GB is the CPU's max memory.

https://ark.intel.com/content/www/us/en/ark/products/50179/intel-core-i5-460m-processor-3m-cache-2-53-ghz.html

Most of the time this value is correct.

The only other thing I can do is test it come Tuesday.

I'll find one in my warehouse and give it a try then.

Regards,

U2

NOTE:

The i7-640M is the highest rated CPU for your laptop.

https://www.cpu-upgrade.com/CPUs/Intel/Core_i5_Mobile/i5-460M_(PGA988).html

https://ark.intel.com/content/www/us/en/ark/products/49666/intel-core-i7-640m-processor-4m-cache-2-80-ghz.html

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