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Cpu Upgrade On a Laptop

That CPU cannot be readily upgraded by normal users since it is soldered to the motherboard.

If you want a better CPU, you will need a new laptop.
 
Solution
Yep.
I'm not aware of any modern laptops outside of some niche gaming setups that have socketed CPU's as that adds to cost, height, and decreases reliability. Soldering is the way to go typically.