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Which of the following memory types is primarily used in laptops?

The correct answer is D. SODIMM. SODIMM (Small Outline Dual Inline Memory Module) is the compact form factor of RAM designed specifically for laptops, mini-PCs, and other space-constrained devices. SODIMMs are roughly half the length of standard DIMMs used in desktop PCs, allowing them to fit inside slim…

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Question

Which of the following memory types is primarily used in laptops?

Options

  • ASDRAM
  • BDDR2
  • CECC
  • DSODIMM

How the community answered

(71 responses)
  • A
    1% (1)
  • B
    4% (3)
  • C
    6% (4)
  • D
    89% (63)

Explanation

SODIMM (Small Outline Dual Inline Memory Module) is the compact form factor of RAM designed specifically for laptops, mini-PCs, and other space-constrained devices. SODIMMs are roughly half the length of standard DIMMs used in desktop PCs, allowing them to fit inside slim laptop chassis. SDRAM and DDR2 refer to memory generations/technologies, not form factors - these are typically found in full-size desktop DIMMs. ECC (Error-Correcting Code) memory is used in servers and workstations requiring high reliability. When a laptop uses DDR4 or DDR5 RAM, it uses DDR4/DDR5 SODIMMs - the SODIMM form factor is the defining physical characteristic of laptop memory.

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#SODIMM#laptop memory#RAM form factor#DDR

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