hello i would like to know if I'm able to change my processor from i3 to i7 I'm using iMac 21.5 inch mid 2010, i would like to have a great performance since I'm a film editor, and any suggestions to help me improve my iMac for graphics and editing
iMac, OS X Mavericks (10.9.1), 21.5 inch mid 2010 iMac
No, it is not possible to change the processor on a Mac.
Sorry, but this not possible. iMacs, especially the 21 inch screen models, tend to have all of their various components soldered to the logic board making upgrade impossible. iMacs are a all-in-one closed Mac system.
You would need to sell that iMac and buy one that is new or "newer" with the better specs that you need.
The only thing you can possibly do to help is to Max out the Ram. Please don't fool around with Cheap Ram.
Or
http://eshop.macsales.com/shop/apple/memory/
Both of these sell Top Of The Line in Mac Ram.
Crucials site will scan your computer and tell you exactly what you need.
cant do it
frazzm737 wrote:
No, it is not possible to change the processor on a Mac.
That is false information. Most Macs CAN have their CPU upgraded.
The 21.5" iMac, however, cannot. It is soldered in place.
Obviously a matter of semantics--I was answering the original poster and should have said, "No, you cannot change the processor on YOUR Mac."
change my processor from i3 to i7?
