[SOLVED] Could I install a higher watt TDP chip into my laptop?

[cm1311]

laptop- hp elitebook Folio 9470m

I just learned that the processor inside this laptop is socketable and would like to know if I can upgrade it. Currently, the chip in it is an intel core i7 3687U and is the best chip that only takes 17w tdp. Could I install something like an i7-3615QE that uses the same socket but different tdp?

 

[bignastyid]

The i7 3687U is a soldered connection BGA not a pinned(PGA or LGA) socket. While it is technically possible to replace these it's not feasible for most as it requires equipment and some skill with said equipment.

 

[Supernova1138]

No you can't. All of Intel's ultra low voltage CPUs are soldered to the motherboard and cannot be removed and replaced by the end user. Intel's spec says they are a BGA socket type, but that doesn't mean you can just lift the CPU off the motherboard, BGA CPUs are soldered.

 

[cm1311]

The i7 3687U is a soldered connection BGA not a pinned(PGA or LGA) socket. While it is technically possible to replace these it's not feasible for most as it requires equipment and some skill with said equipment.

Ok thank you, I did not know of that