Which GPU is better for gaming?
Which GPU is better for gaming?
My laptop is an IdeaPad 5 Pro 16ARH7 with a 6800HS and RTX 3050 graphics card. I've tried playing a few games on it, especially Assassin's Creed: Revelations. Since AC Revelations isn't very demanding, the iGPU can handle the game at full graphics settings. However, I'm concerned that both the CPU and iGPU temperatures could rise to 72°C if I run it on the iGPU (I monitor with HWiNFO64). The RTX 3050, on the other hand, stays much cooler, with temperatures around 60-65°C. I'm unsure which graphics setting is best, as the iGPU might cause more heating problems, while the dGPU seems too powerful for such a light game in my view.
Hey there,
Well, if you are like me, then I'd want the CPU at max, and the dGPU running for full effects. Yes, it might be overpowered for some games, but then others, you would want the performance, so the dGPU is always better for gaming. It's better to have the performance there if you need than not. Specially with laptops.
The reason the temps are loer for the CPU/dGPU combo, is that the CPU will run hotter with iGPU enabled. There s a fan located close to the dGPU, this will give more cooling than the CPU/iGPU. Hence when split, the temps on average are lower overall. Very normal behaviour.
Below 85C presents minimal or no risk. On laptops, reaching 90C is typical and often results in throttling.
For gaming, I recommend using the dGPU.
Mobile CPUs face power and heat constraints. The iGPU is usually included in that range. I might be mistaken.
The dGPU is physically separated from the iGPU (separate chips), which lets the cooling system manage heat from both components rather than just the CPU.
You might consider lowering its clock speed or adjusting its frequency to reduce power, heat, and noise.