Lenovo ThinkPad E560
Yes. At least 2 slots, up to 16 GB seen working.
It takes DDR3-1600 laptop-size sticks (SO-DIMM).
- Slots
- At least 2 SO-DIMM slots
- Firmware lists
- 4 sockets, but no machine in the reports had more than 2 filled. Many laptops list sockets that aren't there, and some workstations hide two slots under the keyboard.
- Type
- DDR3-1600 204-pin SO-DIMM
- Most seen working
- 16 GB in two or more machines
- Firmware says
- 16 GB maximum
- How sure
- 23 of 23 reports show this layout
Worked out from 23 hardware reports of this laptop. Sources and method. Updated 9 Nov 2026.
Batteries in these laptops report 48 Wh.
That is the design capacity the batteries themselves report, and the label can read 1 to 3 Wh higher. Other pack sizes may have shipped, so check the capacity printed on yours before you order.
From 21 battery readings. Sources and method. Updated 9 Nov 2026.
IllustrationQuestions
Can I upgrade the RAM in the Lenovo ThinkPad E560?
Yes. At least 2 slots, up to 16 GB seen working. It takes DDR3-1600 laptop-size sticks (SO-DIMM).
What type of RAM does the Lenovo ThinkPad E560 use?
DDR3-1600 laptop-size sticks (SO-DIMM, 204-pin).
How much RAM can the Lenovo ThinkPad E560 take?
Machines in the reports run up to 16 GB. That matches the 16 GB maximum the firmware reports.
What battery does the Lenovo ThinkPad E560 use?
Batteries in these laptops report 48 Wh, going by 21 reports. Other pack sizes may have shipped, so check the capacity printed on yours.
Is this my laptop?
Check the label on the bottom. It should say ThinkPad E560, and the type code starts with 20EV.