Can I Upgrade The Graphics Card?

Hello I am wondering if I can replace/upgrade my graphics card om my computer to a better one. I know it might be "soldered to the motherboard" but is there any way to desolder it, and if so, will I be able to replace it? If not, that would be ok, but i would be more pleased if for computers with "non-upgradable parts" the cpu and graphics card were a little more better.

Hi, De-soldering components from a multilayer motherboard is a delicate and tricky procedure. Even then there is no guarantee that you will not damage other nearby components.  I can tell you this from experience. Review the motherboard specifications. Soldering components to the motherboard is generally a cost saving measure.  

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