Absolutely not for the XM CPUs -- they draw 55W vs 35 for your current CPU. The system won't even boot with one aboard.
Even the QM CPUs draw 10W over the dual core units -- and I think you'll find these were offered only with dual core i7 CPUs.
You can probably use a 620m or 640m CPU -- but not the QM. Even if the system boots with one, you've got a system with decade old voltage regulators -- you may push them over the edge to oblivion.
A better upgrade if you haven't already is a sold state drive. If you must upgrade the CPU, stick to a dual core i7 as above.
Hello, I think that the i7-640M processor is suitable for this computer, because it is 2 cores and 4 lines, so it will be suitable on a motherboard in terms of the lack of problems in defining the processor, as well as the lack of heat and power consumption problems.
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February 9th, 2021 08:00
Absolutely not for the XM CPUs -- they draw 55W vs 35 for your current CPU. The system won't even boot with one aboard.
Even the QM CPUs draw 10W over the dual core units -- and I think you'll find these were offered only with dual core i7 CPUs.
You can probably use a 620m or 640m CPU -- but not the QM. Even if the system boots with one, you've got a system with decade old voltage regulators -- you may push them over the edge to oblivion.
A better upgrade if you haven't already is a sold state drive. If you must upgrade the CPU, stick to a dual core i7 as above.
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February 9th, 2021 09:00
Heat, power and BIOS recognition will all pose problems, yes.
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February 9th, 2021 08:00
Welcome to the Dell Community @kiarash36
Intel Core i3-370M:
https://www.cpu-upgrade.com/CPUs/Intel/Core_i3_Mobile/i3-370M_(PGA988).html
Intel Core i7-940XM:
https://www.cpu-upgrade.com/CPUs/Intel/Core_i7_Mobile_Extreme_Edition/i7-940XM.html
It will fit but your chipset may not work with this type of CPU.
You do realize you will have to remove everything down to the system board to upgrade the CPU.
Inspiron 15 (N5010) Service Manual:
https://downloads.dell.com/manuals/all-products/esuprt_laptop/esuprt_inspiron_laptop/inspiron-15-intel-n5010_service%20manual_en-us.pdf
Best regards,
U2
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February 9th, 2021 09:00
thank you so much
I know my chipset is compatible with 940xm But will there be another problem? Such as heat or power?
kiarash36
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Thanks for helping me
So 640m is the best choice?????
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Hello, I think that the i7-640M processor is suitable for this computer, because it is 2 cores and 4 lines, so it will be suitable on a motherboard in terms of the lack of problems in defining the processor, as well as the lack of heat and power consumption problems.
https://www.cpu-world.com/CPUs/Core_i7/Intel-Core%20i7%20Mobile%20I7-640M%20CP80617004152AE.html