ComputerCompatibility is an independent resource that answers upgrade and compatibility questions for laptops and PCs — which RAM your model takes and how much, which SSD will fit and at what speed, which charger or dock will work, and the dozens of other “can I upgrade this, and with what?” questions that lead to wasted purchases and returned parts.

Why we exist

The information you need is scattered across manufacturer spec sheets, service manuals, contradictory retailer listings, and forum threads of varying reliability — and a lot of it glosses over the most important point: whether a machine can be upgraded at all. We pull it together from those primary sources and write it so you can buy the right part with more confidence (or save your money when an upgrade isn’t possible) — and we always tell you where to confirm for your exact model.

Who’s behind it

ComputerCompatibility is researched and written with AI assistance and edited by the site’s editor. Compatibility details are taken from manufacturer specification sheets and service manuals and re-checked on a published cycle. We do not physically test products, and we are not affiliated with or endorsed by any manufacturer. More about our team and method →

How we work

We start from manufacturer specs, work from the standards that govern fit, are explicit about what can’t be upgraded, tell you to confirm by exact model, and date-stamp every guide so you know how current it is. Read our full method →

How we’re funded

The site is supported by affiliate commissions — if you buy through some of our links we may earn a small amount at no extra cost to you. As an Amazon Associate, we earn from qualifying purchases. This never influences our recommendations, which are based on published specifications and fitness for the job. Full disclosure →

Get in touch

An upgrade question we haven’t covered, or a correction? Contact us → — we read everything.