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LPDDR5X featuring 8x16-bit settings and dual-channel capability

LPDDR5X featuring 8x16-bit settings and dual-channel capability

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BlackIV
Junior Member
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12-12-2020, 04:37 PM
#1
You're considering adding more RAM and wondering if it would actually work with your Surface Pro 11. The Reddit user's screenshot shows the system in single-channel mode, which means the extra 16GB won't utilize the full memory capacity. So, the dual-channel support isn't enabled by default.
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BlackIV
12-12-2020, 04:37 PM #1

You're considering adding more RAM and wondering if it would actually work with your Surface Pro 11. The Reddit user's screenshot shows the system in single-channel mode, which means the extra 16GB won't utilize the full memory capacity. So, the dual-channel support isn't enabled by default.

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jontxo
Member
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12-12-2020, 07:18 PM
#2
It seems likely it's a dual-channel setup, though the only evidence I have comes from chat GPT.
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jontxo
12-12-2020, 07:18 PM #2

It seems likely it's a dual-channel setup, though the only evidence I have comes from chat GPT.

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Infallity
Senior Member
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12-12-2020, 07:39 PM
#3
duel chan setup involves two sticks, with one being a chan. Your board can be 2 or 4 channels—just purchase a kit of mixing sticks. Even if you use the same brand, variations in speed are common. It seems all sticks slowed down to the same rate, which is a noticeable improvement. Ram has made significant progress.
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Infallity
12-12-2020, 07:39 PM #3

duel chan setup involves two sticks, with one being a chan. Your board can be 2 or 4 channels—just purchase a kit of mixing sticks. Even if you use the same brand, variations in speed are common. It seems all sticks slowed down to the same rate, which is a noticeable improvement. Ram has made significant progress.

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Malktheas
Junior Member
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12-13-2020, 12:05 AM
#4
Incorrect information. HWinfo64 provides more detailed RAM channel data.
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Malktheas
12-13-2020, 12:05 AM #4

Incorrect information. HWinfo64 provides more detailed RAM channel data.

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AmazingBuddy
Junior Member
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12-13-2020, 06:33 AM
#5
That's correct.
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AmazingBuddy
12-13-2020, 06:33 AM #5

That's correct.

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Fred10244
Posting Freak
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12-13-2020, 09:31 AM
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sorry i'm still unsure even after reading your question—it seems like you're talking about a Surface Pro. the RAM is soldered onto the board, so upgrading isn't possible unless you take it to someone who can remove the RAM and install more. this isn't something you should try unless your RAM is damaged. for now, 16GB is sufficient, but if you plan to keep it long-term, I'd recommend 32GB. i usually install over 20GB just for software, so it's better to be safe. if you're planning to play games or use AI, rendering, then 16GB won't run as smoothly right now. also, selling it in a year or two, 16GB won't be worth nearly as much as 32GB in resale value.
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Fred10244
12-13-2020, 09:31 AM #6

sorry i'm still unsure even after reading your question—it seems like you're talking about a Surface Pro. the RAM is soldered onto the board, so upgrading isn't possible unless you take it to someone who can remove the RAM and install more. this isn't something you should try unless your RAM is damaged. for now, 16GB is sufficient, but if you plan to keep it long-term, I'd recommend 32GB. i usually install over 20GB just for software, so it's better to be safe. if you're planning to play games or use AI, rendering, then 16GB won't run as smoothly right now. also, selling it in a year or two, 16GB won't be worth nearly as much as 32GB in resale value.

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Texas1047
Posting Freak
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12-13-2020, 11:22 AM
#7
The Core 200V series stands out because it includes memory built-in, making it non-reconfigurable by original equipment manufacturers. It must operate in dual-channel mode in reality. I chose the 16GB model since Microsoft's pricing was excessively high, similar to Apple's approach. The graphics performance is solid for this generation, surpassing even a Steam Deck. However, it won't suffice for games requiring more than 16GB of RAM.
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Texas1047
12-13-2020, 11:22 AM #7

The Core 200V series stands out because it includes memory built-in, making it non-reconfigurable by original equipment manufacturers. It must operate in dual-channel mode in reality. I chose the 16GB model since Microsoft's pricing was excessively high, similar to Apple's approach. The graphics performance is solid for this generation, surpassing even a Steam Deck. However, it won't suffice for games requiring more than 16GB of RAM.