Upgrade g770 motherboar​d to G780

Hi I would like to know if it is possible to upgrade my G770 motherboard to a g780 one.
The case looks like it has the same in respect to the ports and stuff. 
Any help gratefully received.

hi timWheeler,
I think It might not fit OK with the G780 Board
Due to Limited Resources about it aside from Screenshots of the Base cover and Motherboard
Normally for Parts compatibility with other Devices or model, Lenovo or other Part Resellers would use the same part and mark the compatibility for others
Like for Battery,AC Charger, Keyboard and LCD
But for your concern Both have Separate part numbers
31050112 G770
90201148 G780
Hope this helps.
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