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    Upgrading CPU?

    Discussion in 'Alienware M15x' started by 3demons, Jun 16, 2015.

  1. 3demons

    3demons Battlefield 3 Ace

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    Hey guys,

    I just ordered a new Alienware 15, and it will be arriving approx ~26th of this month. I bought mine with the i5-4210H, and was curious to see if i could upgrade to the i7-4710hq later on down the road. My only concern is I am unsure if the motherboard will be compatible with the I7. I want to say no since they are both the same chipset, however, I am unsure due to the quad vs dual.

    Also, if it is possible to upgrade, where can I buy the I7?

    Thanks broskis and brosefs.
     
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  2. Galm

    Galm "Stand By, We're Analyzing The Situation!"

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    I think it should be possible. I know you can but I have no idea if dual core vs quad core makes a difference, I would guess you can still do it since it uses the same chasis and motherboard I believe.

    Whoops: forgot H means soldered *facepalm*
     
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  3. fatboyslimerr

    fatboyslimerr Alienware M15x Fanatic

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    Firstly....wrong forum....this is for the M15x from 2011.
    Secondly any Intel chip with the H part means its soldered to the motherboard so you have ZERO upgrade options in the future in terms of CPU.
     
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  4. 3demons

    3demons Battlefield 3 Ace

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    good to know, and thanks for the help.
     
    3demons, Jun 16, 2015
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