Notebook Graphic Cards Comparison
Computers users who play video games or edit high-definition images or videos may benefit from upgrading their notebook's graphics card. An improved graphics card can reduce lag during these activities.
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Definition
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Consumers who wish to upgrade or customize their notebook computers may compare graphics cards. These expansion cards provided the interfaces (analog, digital or both) that connect display devices, such as monitors, to the computer. The graphics card converts data from the computer to a signal that the monitor can display in visual format.
Identification
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Graphics cards are also known as video cards, video adapters or graphics adapters. All names refer to the same hardware, even if manufacturers or retailers use terminology different from the phrase "graphics card."
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Considerations
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When comparing graphics cards, the consumer should consider the type of device that she wishes to connect to the notebook computer. For example, an older graphics card may only support the analog VGA connection, while newer cards support high-definition HDMI or DisplayPort connections. In addition to this, consumers should consult their computer manufacturer to determine and possibly purchase a compatible replacement graphics card. Furthermore, consumers can expect higher performance from their graphics card if the card contains more on-board memory, or RAM. Common manufacturers include AMD, Intel and Nvidia.
Misconceptions
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Although both desktop and notebook computers rely on graphics cards, desktop graphics cards are not usable in notebook computers. This is because the graphics processing unit is combined with a notebook's motherboard, unlike a desktop. Lastly, the RAM on a graphics card has nothing to do with a computer's random access memory.
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