ASUS ROG Strix G15 G513RM Upgrade Guide

Updated Oct. 19, 2026 · Written from this device's verified specifications

ASUS ROG Strix G15 (2022) G513RM Upgrade Guide The G513RM (also sold as G513RM-HQ011 and in other Strix G15 RTX 3060 configurations) gives you two memory slots and two M.2 SSD slots. Those are your upgrade paths. The processor and the graphics chip are soldered, so there is no faster CPU or GPU waiting in the wings. Before you touch anything, check your local ASUS warranty terms. Regional ASUS documents differ: some markets list the expansion slots openly, while others state that memory expansion or replacement is not supported. If warranty cover matters to you, confirm the wording for your region first. One more housekeeping note: this is an AMD platform, so there is no Thunderbolt. External expansion runs over USB only.

At a glance

  • RAM: 2 x DDR5 SO-DIMM, DDR5-4800, up to 32 GB total (per ASUS)
  • Storage: 2 x M.2 2280 PCIe 4.0 x4 NVMe; no 2.5-inch bay, no card reader
  • CPU and GPU: soldered, not upgradeable
2x DDR5-4800 SO-DIMM (max 32GB)2 × DDR5 SO-DIMM · up to 32 GB total · 4800 MT/s
2x M.2 2280 PCIe 4.0 x4 NVMe2 × SSD M.2 2280 (NVMe)
2 × SO-DIMM · DDR5up to 32 GB total2x M.2 2280 PCIe 4.0 x4 NVMe2 × SSD M.2 2280 (NVMe)
Schematic of the upgradeable slots (not to scale). Check the owner's manual for their exact positions.

Lifecycle and support

A current model: sold new and supported.

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Filled dots: dates published by the manufacturer. Hollow dots: estimates from third-party sources.
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First available to buy.		 Aug. 12, 2022 Estimate ASUS Japan launch of the G513RM 'Electro Punk' (Ryzen 7 6800H / RTX 3060) variant; third‑party report of a regional colour‑variant launch.
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Dates not listed haven't been published by the manufacturer or a reliable third party.

Memory (RAM)

What fits

The G513RM has two 262-pin DDR5 SO-DIMM slots. Both are socketed — there is no soldered memory to work around. The modules run at DDR5-4800 and 1.1V, and they must be non-ECC, unbuffered memory. Dual-channel is supported, which matters for game and graphics performance.

Limits

ASUS validates a maximum of 32 GB: two 16 GB modules. Third-party sellers also list 16 GB as the maximum per slot, which agrees with that figure. Some vendors sell 2 x 32 GB kits for this chassis, but those are outside ASUS's validated specification — they may or may not work, and we can't confirm that they do. If you want guaranteed compatibility, stay at 32 GB.

Speed is fixed at DDR5-4800. These laptops have no user memory overclocking or XMP support, so 5600 MT/s modules will simply run at 4800 MT/s. Don't pay a premium for faster sticks expecting faster results.

Buying tips

Buy a matched kit of two identical modules rather than a single stick — a lone module leaves performance on the table. Make sure you buy DDR5 SO-DIMMs (laptop modules), not desktop DDR5 DIMMs. Non-ECC and unbuffered only.

Buying tips

  • Matched pair of DDR5-4800 SO-DIMMs
  • 32 GB total (2 x 16 GB) is the validated maximum
  • Skip 5600 modules — they run at 4800 anyway

Storage (SSD)

What fits

There are two M.2 2280 slots, both running PCIe 4.0 x4 NVMe. Factory drives are 512 GB or 1 TB PCIe 4.0 NVMe modules, so an upgrade usually means either replacing the boot drive with a bigger one or filling the second slot.

Limits and things to watch out for

M.2 SATA SSDs are not supported in these slots — you need a PCIe NVMe drive. There is no 2.5-inch bay and no memory card reader, so these two M.2 slots are all the internal storage the laptop can take. That said, none of ASUS's spec sheets for the G513RM explicitly states 'no 2.5-inch bay'; the omission of any secondary drive option from the spec lists is what tells us the space isn't there. If a 2.5-inch drive matters to you, check inside before buying anything.

ASUS publishes no maximum drive capacity. Third-party vendors list 4 TB M.2 2280 NVMe modules as compatible with this machine, but that is a vendor claim rather than an ASUS guarantee, so treat 4 TB as 'likely, unconfirmed'.

Buying tips

Look for M.2 2280 NVMe drives described as PCIe 4.0. The form factor is 2280 (22 mm wide, 80 mm long) — anything longer will not fit. Since there's no Thunderbolt here, a USB enclosure is the only way to re-use an old NVMe drive externally.

Buying tips

  • M.2 2280 NVMe, PCIe 4.0 x4
  • M.2 SATA drives won't work in these slots
  • No official capacity ceiling; 4 TB is vendor-listed but unconfirmed

How to upgrade

Before you start

  • Back up anything you care about before opening the case.
  • Shut the laptop down fully and unplug the charger.
  • Ground yourself to avoid static discharge.
  • Follow the owner's manual for the exact disassembly of your unit.
  • Install the part, close the case, then start the laptop and check that the BIOS/firmware sees it.

Steps

  1. Getting in and out safely
    Work through the outline above in order. ASUS service documentation for the shared G513 chassis describes a compartment cover that gives access to the memory area and one M.2 2280 slot, with the rest of the underside removed for deeper work — but that manual is written for a sibling model in the same chassis, so treat it as a hint rather than a guarantee and check your exact model's manual at asus.com/support before you start. Never force a cover, a module or a screw; if something resists, re-check the manual.

Good to know

  • The validated RAM ceiling is 32 GB. Larger kits are outside ASUS's specification and are not confirmed to work.
  • Some regional ASUS documents say memory upgrades are unsupported for warranty purposes; check your local terms before opening the unit.

Frequently asked questions

How much RAM can the ASUS ROG Strix G15 G513RM take?

32 GB total, according to ASUS: two 16 GB DDR5 SO-DIMMs. Third-party sellers agree on 16 GB per slot. 2 x 32 GB kits exist but are outside the validated specification and are not guaranteed to work.

What type of memory does the G513RM use?

262-pin DDR5 SO-DIMM, non-ECC and unbuffered, 1.1V, running at DDR5-4800. Laptop modules, not desktop DIMMs.

Does it support XMP or memory faster than 4800 MT/s?

No. There is no user memory overclocking on these laptops, so even 5600 MT/s modules will run at the supported DDR5-4800 speed.

Can I add a second SSD?

Yes. There are two M.2 2280 slots, both PCIe 4.0 x4 NVMe. ASUS states no maximum drive capacity; third-party sellers list 4 TB modules as compatible, but that is unconfirmed by ASUS.

Does the G513RM support M.2 SATA SSDs or a 2.5-inch drive?

M.2 SATA SSDs are explicitly not supported in the M.2 slots. No spec sheet lists a 2.5-inch bay or a card reader, and none explicitly confirms one either — the absence of any secondary drive option suggests there is no room, so check physically if it matters to you.

Can I upgrade the CPU?

No. The Ryzen 7 6800H / Ryzen 9 6900HX is soldered (BGA FP7/FP7r2) with no socket, and the RTX 3060 Laptop GPU is soldered too. Memory and storage are the only upgrades.

Official documents and references

This guide was written with AI assistance from the compatibility data PartsPrices verified against the manufacturer's documents. Always check your exact model and the owner's manual before buying or opening your computer.