Upgrade my PC.

[HarisA1]

This is my current laptop PC. I use it for games like skyrim and fifa and they seem to work pretty decently on my laptop which isnt really built for high end gaming.
I was wondering if it was possible to upgrade the laptops processors and graphic card. Thanks a lot.
Here is the link to the laptop (Full specs and details)
Samsung Notebook Series 3 (NP355V5C) - OVERVIEW | SAMSUNGNew Zealand

 

[ttsoldier]

No you cannot upgrade your graphics card.

 

[HarisA1]

Why not

 

[ttsoldier]

Graphics cards are built into the motherboard of laptops. It's not like a desktop. You can upgrade your Memory and Hard drive.

 

[HarisA1]

Oh okay thanks

 

[mase123987]

99% of laptops don't have removable discrete graphics. Only higher end gaming laptops might.

 

[xandros9]

But it is possible to upgrade the processor, although it reaaaallly depends on the model.

As for this one, I don't know.

 

[mase123987]

The moral of the story is this: If you plan on buying a laptop, only expect to be able to upgrade memory, HHD and WIFI card. That said a good portion of Ultrabooks don't allow any upgrades or make it hard on you. Also, changing parts could void warranty.

 

[HarisA1]

I can't upgrade my processor because I dont know how, where can I get it done (I live in Toronto, Canada) suggestions?

 

[mase123987]

I can't upgrade my processor because I dont know how, where can I get it done (I live in Toronto, Canada) suggestions?

Most laptops have the CPU soldered on the motherboard. While it is technically possible with those, no one is going to touch it with a ten foot pool. With laptops that don't have soldered on CPU's, it shouldn't be much harder than a desktop (TONS of tutorials on it online). Messing with the CPU is all but guaranteed to void your warranty.

 

[HarisA1]

Hmm well where can I get a quote or something to figure out if it can be done and how much it would cost

 

[mase123987]

Hmm well where can I get a quote or something to figure out if it can be done and how much it would cost

Just look up a local computer repair shop. You can probably search the laptop's model number and something like "change cpu" or "removable cpu" to see if it is possible. If you aren't going to be doing it yourself, I doubt it would be worth investing the money. A repair shop will probably charge a decent amount if it is even possible.

 

[HarisA1]

Well currently im running the a6 4400 processor would an i3/i5 be worth upgrading for because I dont really have the need for i7.. If its even possible

 

[Laura Knotek]

Well currently im running the a6 4400 processor would an i3/i5 be worth upgrading for because I dont really have the need for i7.. If its even possible

You'd need a new motherboard, since your processor is AMD, and the i3/i5/i7 are Intel processors.

 

[mase123987]

You'd need a new motherboard, since your processor is AMD, and the i3/i5/i7 are Intel processors.

Laura is right which basically means not a chance. If you want Intel, you will need to buy a new computer.

 

[brianLTE]

Just get a new PC. There would be no cost effective way to do what you want.

 

[HarisA1]

Haha I dont need a new PC I was just thinking if I could get decent upgrades for under 200$ I would do it.. The PC I have right now is perfect for right now, I just use it for light gaming/web/email just the basics

 

[Laura Knotek]

Haha I dont need a new PC I was just thinking if I could get decent upgrades for under 200$ I would do it.. The PC I have right now is perfect for right now, I just use it for light gaming/web/email just the basics

The only way you'd get the kind of upgrades you want is by buying a new PC.

 

[brianLTE]

Haha I dont need a new PC I was just thinking if I could get decent upgrades for under 200$ I would do it.. The PC I have right now is perfect for right now, I just use it for light gaming/web/email just the basics

You would spend $200 in labor alone.

 

[HarisA1]

Alright thanks for the help yall