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    Should/Can I upgrade my ASUS N61Jq!

    Discussion in 'Asus' started by Phistachio, Dec 1, 2010.

  1. Phistachio

    Phistachio A. Scriabin

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    Hi guys! I would like to know : is it possible to upgrade my N61Jq to a 5870? Will it be worth it?

    Thanks !
     
    Phistachio, Dec 1, 2010
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  2. cjbuege

    cjbuege Notebook Enthusiast

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    I am a little curious about this myself. I have the same PC.
     
    cjbuege, Dec 15, 2010
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  3. Abula

    Abula Puro Chapin

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    No, its not possible, most of the gpu specially in asus, use their own design making it almost impossible to switch gpus, Sager and Alienware are more friendly on this, but even then not always its possible.
     
    Abula, Dec 15, 2010
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  4. cjbuege

    cjbuege Notebook Enthusiast

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    That's unfortunate. Thanks anyway
     
    cjbuege, Dec 15, 2010
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