Can I upgrade graphics card to my ASUS X551C laptop?

[sabret00th]

I have Intel HD 4000 in-built graphics in my ASUS laptop but I need extra graphics power to handle 3D applications or the new games. I did'nt think at first while buying it, but now that I need power, I have no answer what to do! So please tell me, if it is possible to do.

 

[Alan Caldwell]

No, laptops GPU cannot be changed.

 

[Pearse Lynch]

Hi,

The bad news is no you cannot upgrade your GPU on the laptop. As there wont be a port or space to fit the gpu( also dont know if you can just buy laptop gpu's straight from supplier).

The only solutions would be either upgrade to a new laptop or source/build a external GPU set up. Dell have started making external GPU set ups for their alien ware 13 model, so have a look at their site just to see what they have done. Also found this site that is an example of a self build external GPU

http://www.neowin.net/forum/topic/1191969-external-gpu-for-laptops-supercharge-your-graphics/

Hope this has helped and please correct me if i got anything wrong