Upgrading from a I7-2630QM to a I7-3630QM

[mp11dx]

I have a Asus G73sw with a I7-2630qm cpu in it. I was wondering if I would be able to upgrade to a I7-3630qm? I think the socket type is the same but I cannot find any info whether this is compatible in the laptop. If it's possible would it be worth it and I was wondering what the best GPU upgrade would be for this laptop? It has the Nvidia gtx 460m 1.5GB in it now.

 

[JD88]

The upgrade really wouldn't be worth it, even if it were possible. The difference between the two would be around 10% in best case situations. Both are very strong mobile CPUs.

If you are having issues with certain games, chances are your graphics that are holding you back the most.

 

[mp11dx]

If it is possible, what is the best possible CPU upgrade that can be done for this type laptop?

 

[JD88]

I've been doing some research and it seems as though your only upgrade path would be within the Sandy Bridge (2xxx) series of chips. Ivy Bridge may or may not fit, but even if it did the laptop bios would reject the newer CPU and no bios updates are available.

Within the Sandy Bridge line, the 2860 QM is available. You're looking at spending $500+ for one though.

Also, that is likely just a higher clocked version of the same chip. It's doubtful that your laptop's cooling solution would be adequate to accommodate a 3.6 GHz chip. Also, there is the question of power consumption and whether or not the included power supply system would be sufficient.

Honestly, I would keep what you have. It's a very strong chip. That graphics chip will slow you down long before that CPU does. Laptops just aren't designed with upgrading in mind unfortunately.

 

[JD88]

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[mp11dx]

Can you tell me what GPU I can put in this?

 

[JD88]

The GPU is not upgradable to my knowledge. It is likely soldered to the motherboard.