How to upgrade the RAM in the Dell Latitude 5440

You're not limited to the RAM options that Dell offers when you buy your Latitude 5440 and you can add more RAM later by following these steps

The Dell Latitude 5440 is an excellent business laptop. It's also pretty configurable, both at purchase and after. You can add up to 64GB RAM, making it a powerful laptop for everyday tasks like web browsing. But if you don't want to pay extra for that added RAM when buying your laptop through Dell, you can add your own after purchase. Unlike on some of the other best Dell laptops, the RAM, SSD, and battery are not soldered down to the motherboard here, so you have complete control. You can upgrade RAM in a few simple steps by following the guide below.

In order to upgrade the RAM in the Dell Latitude 5440, you're going to need a few supplies first. Of course, you're going to need RAM sticks. The Dell Latitude 5540 has two SODIMM slots. Models with the Intel U-series processors use DDR4 RAM, and models with the Intel P-series processors use DDR5 RAM. Be careful of which RAM type you're buying, as DDR5 RAM doesn't work with DDR4 slots, and vice versa. Dual channel is supported, but you should still buy two matching sticks to get the most performance.

You'll also need a Phillips head screwdriver to remove the bottom cover and a pry tool to remove the cover from the bottom. It's optional, but we also suggest using an anti-static wrist strap so you don't damage your laptop.

Dell suggests putting your laptop into Service Mode before you begin working on it. This will disable the battery without physically unplugging it from the motherboard, making repairs safer. You can do this by going into the BIOS.

Following all these steps, you've successfully replaced the RAM in your Dell Latitude 5440. When multitasking and running more than one app at once, your laptop should not feel a bit faster and more responsive. You can buy the Latitude 5440 with the link below if you don't already own it. Or, if you're looking for other laptops with serviceable components like RAM, check out some of the other best laptops now available.

The Dell Latitude 5440 is a solid business laptop. This year's model features the latest 13th-generation Intel P-series or U-series CPUs, a new option for Nvidia MX graphics, and 5G connectivity, along with faster DDR5 RAM.

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