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Visual output during system startup

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catseecoo
Senior Member
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10-21-2022, 02:16 PM
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You have an i5 7500 but only a GTX 660. Would it be better to skip the card and rely on the built-in graphics? Since this CPU is newer, the onboard graphics might perform better than the card. However, you’d likely need just one monitor, using the second for TV or work. Opinions are welcome, but keep in mind a better GPU may arrive in mid-January, making the wait worthwhile.
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catseecoo
10-21-2022, 02:16 PM #1

You have an i5 7500 but only a GTX 660. Would it be better to skip the card and rely on the built-in graphics? Since this CPU is newer, the onboard graphics might perform better than the card. However, you’d likely need just one monitor, using the second for TV or work. Opinions are welcome, but keep in mind a better GPU may arrive in mid-January, making the wait worthwhile.

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BrandonT118
Junior Member
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10-26-2022, 11:33 PM
#2
nope.
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BrandonT118
10-26-2022, 11:33 PM #2

nope.

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ImSoDeilig
Junior Member
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11-10-2022, 11:56 AM
#3
You might find it helpful to compare the GTX 660 with Intel's built-in graphics for gaming performance.
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ImSoDeilig
11-10-2022, 11:56 AM #3

You might find it helpful to compare the GTX 660 with Intel's built-in graphics for gaming performance.

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LumpVersusMC
Junior Member
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11-10-2022, 05:25 PM
#4
Alright, understood. The 660 is indeed an older piece, but that’s clear. And regarding the montiors—there’s definitely something to note about them.
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LumpVersusMC
11-10-2022, 05:25 PM #4

Alright, understood. The 660 is indeed an older piece, but that’s clear. And regarding the montiors—there’s definitely something to note about them.

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Blogging
Member
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11-16-2022, 10:57 AM
#5
The explanation clarifies that without the full context, it seems unclear why connecting multiple monitors isn’t being suggested.
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Blogging
11-16-2022, 10:57 AM #5

The explanation clarifies that without the full context, it seems unclear why connecting multiple monitors isn’t being suggested.

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birdazoid
Junior Member
40
11-16-2022, 11:18 AM
#6
He aimed to link both displays using the motherboard...
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birdazoid
11-16-2022, 11:18 AM #6

He aimed to link both displays using the motherboard...

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Mrender3
Senior Member
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11-17-2022, 08:53 AM
#7
Activate iGPU in BIOS (likely set to auto; auto disables DGPU) so both 660 and Motherboard connections work.
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Mrender3
11-17-2022, 08:53 AM #7

Activate iGPU in BIOS (likely set to auto; auto disables DGPU) so both 660 and Motherboard connections work.

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ttkyle
Member
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11-28-2022, 02:10 PM
#8
I'm not completely naive, you don't have to act like I'm. I got the point, but why isn't it linked to the GPU? Are there missing connectors? For example, one screen needs VGA, or both require HDMI and the GPU lacks that... That's the context I was missing, which I mentioned in my earlier post (the part you omitted when quoting me).
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ttkyle
11-28-2022, 02:10 PM #8

I'm not completely naive, you don't have to act like I'm. I got the point, but why isn't it linked to the GPU? Are there missing connectors? For example, one screen needs VGA, or both require HDMI and the GPU lacks that... That's the context I was missing, which I mentioned in my earlier post (the part you omitted when quoting me).

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kcaz56
Senior Member
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12-10-2022, 06:58 AM
#9
Sure, I tried to simplify my thoughts. Essentially you're asking whether the improved graphics in the built-in display would justify the loss of multi-monitor capability if you remove the dedicated graphics card.
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kcaz56
12-10-2022, 06:58 AM #9

Sure, I tried to simplify my thoughts. Essentially you're asking whether the improved graphics in the built-in display would justify the loss of multi-monitor capability if you remove the dedicated graphics card.

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French
Junior Member
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12-10-2022, 07:36 PM
#10
GTX 660 offers significant advantages for gaming, especially when checking benchmarks like GTA V. On 1080p high settings you achieve about 50fps, whereas Intel HD Graphics 630 delivers roughly 30fps at 720p medium. The GTX 660 provides several outputs for multiple displays and can leverage integrated graphics on your motherboard for secondary monitors. This setup clearly outperforms the older CPU model in gaming performance. It seems like a solid choice unless you're missing something obvious.
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French
12-10-2022, 07:36 PM #10

GTX 660 offers significant advantages for gaming, especially when checking benchmarks like GTA V. On 1080p high settings you achieve about 50fps, whereas Intel HD Graphics 630 delivers roughly 30fps at 720p medium. The GTX 660 provides several outputs for multiple displays and can leverage integrated graphics on your motherboard for secondary monitors. This setup clearly outperforms the older CPU model in gaming performance. It seems like a solid choice unless you're missing something obvious.

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