Comparison of Intel and AMD GPUs in driving performance
Comparison of Intel and AMD GPUs in driving performance
Hi, I just reinstalled Windows 8.1 on my desktop with an Intel CPU and an AMD 7950 GPU. After re-installing the AMD driver, the AMD graphics card is working fine, but my display only shows up when connected to the AMD GPU's video port. I'm unsure about the best approach—should I install the Intel driver too? How does Windows manage both GPUs? Can it use the AMD for gaming and the Intel for streaming? Thanks.
It's possible to run several display drivers simultaneously on Windows 7. As long as a graphics card is present, it will use it for video output, turning off built-in graphics unless you change the BIOS settings.
It’s necessary to configure BIOS settings to enable multi-monitor functionality. This allows extending your desktop setup. You can also operate it as the primary boot device, connect the cable to the iGPU and use the add-on card as a render device for games. I successfully launched games on iGPU or GTX670 without restarting, but this worked only on a Z87 board. @ Altecice, true only when multi-monitor support is turned off.
For an Asus Maximus VII Formula equipped with a 4790k, enabling the UEFI to "Auto" mode allows it to identify a PCI GPU and turn off the integrated GPU. You still have the option to specify whether you want it to use the integrated GPU or not.
Can't combine Amd and Nvidia in one setup? I used a 770 for gaming and a 5770 for LTC mining or secondary display. They can work together, and I also ran Intel IGPU alongside Lucid Logic during co-op sessions—never again will I do it that way.