Dell Latitude Memory Compatibility Guide
Summary: This article is a guide to memory compatibility in Dell Latitude laptop systems.
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1. Must Know
Some confusion has been created due to the difference in the listings for speed, and the way memory is described from a sales standpoint ("PC XXXXXX"). The listings below should resolve any confusion.
| PC3-6400 = 800 MHz | PC3-8500 = 1066 MHz |
| PC3-10666 = 1333 MHz | PC3-12800 = 1600 MHz |
Only showing 4 GB?
To fully, use 4 GB or more of memory requires a 64-bit enabled processor and a 64-bit operating system. With a 32-bit operating system, the total amount of available memory is less than 4 GB. The amount depends on the system configuration. See Memory Limits for Windows Releases
The best practice is to install memory in pairs of matched memory Size, Speed, and Technology. If the memory modules are not installed in matched pairs, the computer continues to operate, but with a slight reduction in performance.
NOTE: DDR3 is not backward-compatible with DDR2.
2. Model Compatibility Matrix
NOTE: For older legacy systems not listed below, see the system service manuals:
NOTE: DDR3L low voltage memory - NOT backward compatible with DDR3 memory Learn What is DDR3L Memory.
| Model | Memory Type | DIMM Slots | Max System Memory | Memory Compatibility |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Latitude 3330 | DDR3/DDR3L | 2 | 16 GB | 1333 MHz (Sandy Bridge) 1600 MHz (Ivy Bridge) |
| Latitude E6430u | DDR3 SODIMM | 2 | 16 GB | 1600 MHz |
| Latitude E6230 | DDR3 | 2 | 16 GB | 1333/1600MHz |
| Latitude E6330 | DDR3 | 2 | 16 GB | 1333/1600MHz |
| Latitude E6330s | DDR3 | 2 | 16 GB | 1333/1600MHz |
| Latitude E6430 | DDR3 | 2 | 16 GB | 1333/1600MHz |
| Latitude E6430 ATG | DDR3 | 2 | 16 GB | 1333/1600MHz |
| Latitude E6530 | DDR3 | 2 | 16 GB | 1333/1600MHz |
| Latitude E5530 | DDR3 SDRAM | 2 | 8 GB | 1600 MHz |
| Latitude E5430 | DDR3 SDRAM | 2 | 8 GB | 1600 MHz |
| Latitude E6540 | DDR3L | 2 | 16 GB | 1600 MHz |
| Latitude E7240 | DDR3L | 2 | 16 GB | 1600 MHz |
| Latitude E7440 | DDR3L | 2 | 16 GB | 1600 MHz |
| Latitude E7450 | DDR3L | 2 | 16 GB | 1600 MHz |
| Latitude E7250 | DDR3L | 2 | 16 GB | 1600 MHz |
| Latitude 7350 | DDR3L-RS | 0 (embedded) | 8 GB | 1600 MHz |
| Latitude E5250 | DDR3L | 1 (Haswell) 2 (Broadwell) |
8 GB (Haswell) 16 GB (Broadwell) |
1600 MHz |
| Latitude E5450 | DDR3L | 1 (Haswell) 2 (Broadwell) |
8 GB (Haswell) 16 GB (Broadwell) |
1600 MHz |
| Latitude E5550 | DDR3L | 1 (Haswell) 2 (Broadwell) |
8 GB (Haswell) 16 GB (Broadwell) |
1600 MHz |
| Latitude 7204 (Rugged) | DDR3L | 2 | 16 GB | 1600 MHz |
| Latitude 7404 (Rugged) | DDR3L | 2 | 16 GB | 1600 MHz |
| Latitude E7270 | DDR4 | 2 | 16 GB | 2133 MHz |
| Latitude 13 (E7370) | DDR3L | 0 (integrated) | 16 GB | 1600/1866MHz |
| Latitude E7470 | DDR4 | 2 | 16 GB | 2133 MHz |
| Latitude 14 (E7470) | DDR4 | 2 | 16 GB | 1600/2133MHz |
| Latitude E5570 & E5270 | DDR4 | 2 (Skylake -U Int Graphics) 1 (Skylake -U Ded Graphics) 2 (Skylake - H) |
2x 16 GB 1x 16 GB 2x 16 GB |
2133 MHz |
| Latitude 3570 & 3470 | DDR3L | 2 | 16 GB | 1600 MHz |
| Latitude 7280 | DDR4 | 1 | 16 GB | 2133 MHz |
| Latitude 7480 | DDR4 | 2 | 32 GB | 2133 MHz |
| Latitude 5480 & 5580 | DDR4 | 2 | 32 GB | 2133 MHz (Kaby Lake U) 2400 MHz (Kaby Lake H) |
| Latitude 5280 | DDR4 | 2 | 32 GB | 2133 MHz |
| Latitude 5414 (Rugged) | DDR4 | 2 | 32 GB | 2133 MHz |
| Latitude 3480 & 3580 | DDR4 | 2 | 16 GB | 2133 MHz |
| Latitude 3189 | LPDDR3 | 0 (integrated) | 4 GB | 1600 MHz |
Affected Products
Dell Plus, Dell Pro, Dell Pro Max, Dell Pro Plus, Dell Pro Premium, Dell Pro Rugged, Latitude 3189, Latitude 5280/5288, Latitude 7280, Latitude 13, Latitude 3330, Latitude 7350, Dell Latitude 3480/3488, Latitude 5414 Rugged, Latitude 5480/5488
, Latitude 7480, Dell Latitude 3580/3588, Latitude 5580, Latitude 3470, Latitude 3570, Latitude 7204 Rugged, Latitude 7404 Rugged, Latitude E5250/5250, Latitude E5270, Latitude E5430, Latitude E5450/5450, Latitude E5530, Latitude E5550/5550, Latitude E5570, Latitude E6230, Latitude E6330, Latitude E6430, Latitude E6430 ATG, Latitude E6530, Latitude E6540, Latitude E7240 Ultrabook, Latitude E7250/7250, Latitude E7270, Latitude E7440, Latitude E7450, Latitude E7470
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Article Number: 000132025
Article Type: How To
Last Modified: 27 Jun 2025
Version: 10
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