No, desktop PCs are not required to have SODIMM RAM.
No, desktop PCs are not required to have SODIMM RAM.
I never had my computer running but it was heating up, so I opened it to check if cleaning would help. While searching for dust, I applied new thermal paste but noticed something unusual—my laptop RAM was labeled "PC3L."
Join the discussions! The typical setup for desktops uses full-size DIMMs, but certain boards—often OEM or ITX—may require SODIMMs.
Can fit into compact designs. The L suggests it's a low-power unit operating at reduced voltages compared to typical models, which helps conserve energy.
PC3L indicates a voltage of 1.35V, whereas PC3 refers to 1.5V. This applies regardless of whether the module is SODIMM or not, based on its actual physical dimensions.