What specific RAM modules are compatible with my Notebook

[ChadMasters]

Hi,

I have had my laptop since Semptember 2018 and i have been contemplating upgrading the RAM and possibly the HDD to an SSD of a similar size. However, my only issue is that i am not sure what modules are exactly compatible as the system provides me with vague information on the spec of the system.

I have researched a little bit and found that there are 2 RAM slots and mine has 2 sticks of 4GB Samsung DDR4-2666 (1333 MHz). Im not confident enough to find anything similar to upgrade with, i have found some that sounds similar but im not sure whether it would specifically fit. I know that the system supports up to 32GB and some users have reported that it works just fine.

If possible i would like to know specific model numbers / links to RAM modules of 2x8gb and 2x16gb . If It makes things easier 2x8gb would be just fine if noone can find supported ram modules of 2x16gb.

I can give you more information via a dxdiag file if necessary.

Thanks in advance

Chad

[Huffer]

It would be good to know the specific model of the laptop. Memory is either DDR4-2666 or DDR4-2400 depending on the processor installed. 

Your Service Manual

See p. 17. If you do actually have DDR4-2666 modules then you must have either a 8750H or 8300H

This is the HP Part Number for a DDR4-2666 module 8 gigs:

8-GB     937236-855

https://www.ebay.com/i/173917398176?chn=ps&norover=1&mkevt=1&mkrid=711-117182-37290-0&mkcid=2&itemid...

The important thing to note is that this is dual rank CL17 latency memory so you could also go with an equivalent  module 

 from another seller. 

https://www.newegg.com/p/0RM-009D-00002?Description=8gb%20ddr4%202666%20sodimm%20CL%3d17&cm_re=8gb_d...

You can also go 2 x 16 = 32. Post back with any more questions and please accept as solution if this is the info you needed. 

[ChadMasters]

Hiya, thank you for the information, it has been incredibly helpful.

I cannot find the specific model of the laptop, i saw somewhere that is was a 15-Cx00000 or something similar. I cannot find any more specific information but i have the i5-8300H .

Thank you for the 2x8gb options, with this information and the screenshots below, could you find similar but for 2x16gb ?

You found it so much easier than i ever would as im not 100% sure on the compatibility of modules. Do the modules have to be 260 pin, SO-DIMM modules?

Thanks,

Chad

[Huffer · Accepted solution]

That is definitely DDR4-2666. Yes the slot is for 260 pin DDR4-2666 modules and nothing else.

Here is a 2 x 16 gig CL = 17 kit that would work fine for you:

https://www.amazon.com/Timetec-PC4-19200-Unbuffered-Notebook-Computer/dp/B079HJGQZ2/ref=sr_1_7?keywo...

Timetec is the amazon prime house brand and they are selling a lot of it and its actually made by Hynix for amazon so is quality stuff.  

Please accept as solution if this is the info you needed.