Windows fails to transition from built-in graphics to separate graphics when demand increases.
Windows fails to transition from built-in graphics to separate graphics when demand increases.
Your laptop is a Dell Inspiron 15r with two GPUs, an integrated Core i5 4200u and an AMD Radeon HD 8670M. The site says the graphics should turn on automatically under heavy use, but you need to manually adjust settings for each app—especially games. It seems the issue might be related to the SSD changes you’ve made, which could affect performance. Please let me know if you need further assistance.
Have you tested it using a power virus? Perhaps the games you play aren't intense enough. Try adding some extra challenge and observe the outcome.
Furmark managed the task effectively, but I’m curious about your experience. How could I ensure all my games run smoothly on the dedicated card with minimal strain? Also, I observed that only Minecraft 1.19 worked on the AMD card while other versions required the iGPU, even after adjusting graphics settings to prioritize the dedicated GPU. Your guidance would be invaluable.
You’d want to reduce the threshold where it changes behavior. If you’re not connected, Intel won’t work. I know that’s a major drawback of Intel laptops. The CPU uses so much power you can’t run the GPU unless it’s powered on.
You could reduce the value by adjusting the numbers or calculations involved.