HP Laptop 14s-dq2536TU RAM upgrade.

[AbdullahZia]

I currently own a HP Laptop 14s-dq2536TU with an 11th Gen i3-1115G4 and I want to know if it is possible for me to upgrade my 8GB RAM to 16GB. If it is possible, what is the right RAM to buy?

[Paul_Tikkanen · Accepted solution]

Yes, you can install a second 8 GB memory chip in the empty slot.

This should be a compatible 8 GB memory chip for your notebook:

Crucial 8GB DDR4 3200 MT/s (PC4-25600) SODIMM 260-Pin Memory - CT8G4SFRA32A : Amazon.com.au: Compute...

Below is the link to the service manual where you can find the memory removal and replacement procedure:

Maintenance and Service Guide HP 14 Laptop PC

[AbdullahZia]

Thanks a lot, I have another question. Is it possible to replace my 11th Gen i3 processor with a better one or is that not possible?

[Paul_Tikkanen]

You're very welcome.

The processor and graphics adapter are integral parts of the motherboard and cannot be upgraded.

[AbdullahZia]

Ah alright, what about the motherboard then? Is that possible?

[Paul_Tikkanen]

It would cost you more money to replace the motherboard in your notebook than to buy a a new notebook with a better processor. 

Also, since there is no service manual available for the 15-dq2xxx model series, I would have no idea what motherboards and part numbers are supported. 

The motherboards listed in the service manual I posted are for the older 15-dq0xxx model series with the Intel 8th generation core processors. 

[AbdullahZia]

Yeah fair enough, all good then. Thanks a lot for the help, appreciate it.

[Paul_Tikkanen]

You're very welcome. 

Glad to have been of assistance.