Dell Precision M4500
Yes. 2 slots, up to 8 GB seen working.
It takes DDR3-1333 laptop-size sticks (SO-DIMM).
- Slots
- 2 SO-DIMM slots
- Type
- DDR3-1333 204-pin SO-DIMM
- Most seen working
- 8 GB in two or more machines; one machine runs 16 GB
- Firmware says
- 8 GB maximum
- How sure
- 18 of 18 reports show this layout
From 18 reports of this machine in the Linux Hardware Database (CC BY 4.0). Updated 9 Nov 2026.
44 Wh or 56 Wh or 78 Wh or 84 Wh, depending on the battery fitted.
This model shipped with more than one battery. The capacity is printed on the battery itself, so check yours before you order.
From the design capacity the batteries report, in 15 reports. Updated 9 Nov 2026.
IllustrationQuestions
Can I upgrade the RAM in the Dell Precision M4500?
Yes. 2 slots, up to 8 GB seen working. It takes DDR3-1333 laptop-size sticks (SO-DIMM).
What type of RAM does the Dell Precision M4500 use?
DDR3-1333 laptop-size sticks (SO-DIMM, 204-pin).
How much RAM can the Dell Precision M4500 take?
Machines in the reports run up to 8 GB, and one runs 16 GB. That matches the 8 GB maximum the firmware reports.
What battery does the Dell Precision M4500 use?
A 44 Wh or a 56 Wh or a 78 Wh or a 84 Wh battery, going by the batteries in 15 reports.
Is this my laptop?
Check the model name on the label underneath. It should read Precision M4500.