can I upgrade my macbook GPU?

[palsword]

Hi,

I have the 13.3" white macbook from mid-2008, i have the intel GMA X3100 that came with the machine, any ideas?

 

[maflynn]

Nope, you cannot upgrade the GPU, its soldered onto the logic board.

 

[milton.sheaf]

Yes, you can upgrade it. You need to be familiar with GPU chipset architecture, own a soldering iron, and have a steady hand. While you're in there, you might as well swap out the video memory for lower latency parts too. Good luck.

 

[flopticalcube]

Yes, you can upgrade it. You need to be familiar with GPU chipset architecture, own a soldering iron, and have a steady hand. While you're in there, you might as well swap out the video memory for lower latency parts too. Good luck.

I know you are having a laugh but soldering irons no longer do the trick. You need a surface mount desoldering/soldering station. 😀