<More on Intel.com

Intel® HD Graphics Heightens Immersive Gaming and 3D Visual Experiences

Stunning graphics from the start—no extra hardware needed

HD Graphics Developer

Whether you’re designing games or playing them, Intel® HD Graphics1 enables new and greater levels of visual experiences and performance for immersive2 gaming without the need for additional discrete graphics hardware. That’s because the graphics engine and media processing in 3rd generation Intel® Core™ processor family are integrated on a single chip and incorporate advanced 3D processing.

Intel HD Graphics on 3rd generation Intel Core processors is 2x faster than HD Graphics on 2nd generation Intel® Core™ processors,234 enhancing 3D game playability for a fast, smooth, and entertaining experience overall.

Seamlessly integrated gaming technology

Intel HD Graphics is the enhanced graphics technology in the new 3rd generation Intel Core processor. Intel HD Graphics integrates powerful graphics and media processing right on the processor, putting the two key gaming components—CPU processing and graphics—together on a single chip. Two versions of Intel HD Graphics are available: Intel® HD Graphics 4000 and Intel® HD Graphics 2500.

Intel® Advanced Vector Extensions (Intel® AVX) enables higher performance for floating-point-intensive applications, such as code found in games and other media and graphics programs.

Find out what games are optimized for Intel HD Graphics before you play

See optimized HD list >

See how built-in visuals deliver incredible visual experiences

Watch this demo >

How it works

HD Graphics Process Diagram Developer

Intel HD Graphics is integrated directly into the processor and has been re-architected, significantly boosting performance. Plus, the graphics engine in Intel HD Graphics 4000 includes Microsoft * DirectX* 11 support and more redesigned execution units (EUs), dramatically enhancing 3D functionality and game playability.

Intel HD Graphics frees you from design and performance challenges by providing these advanced features:

  • Shared last-level cache between the processor and graphics enables accelerated graphics processing.
  • Intel 22nm process technology delivers higher performance and better energy efficiency.
  • Faster 3D rendering and more complex shading create more responsive and realistic 3D games and graphics.
  • Intel HD Graphics 4000 delivers immersive mainstream and casual gaming capabilities.
  • Intel HD Graphics 2500 delivers casual gaming capabilities.

ShopFind a system that's right for you5

Shop All >
selector selector next next

Videos

  • Intel Built-in-Visuals Demo
    Intel Built-in-Visuals Demo

    The visual features built into the processor deliver everything you need to enjoy a stunning and seamless experience when viewing content on your PC. (2:11)

  • PRC Plus for Tablets
    PRC Plus for Tablets

    Demo (Chinese): Improve the user experience on Intel® architecture-based tablet devices with PRC Plus. (1:21)

  • Educational N-Screen Demo
    Educational N-Screen Demo

    This technology demo shows how MeeGo and Intel technology can make homework fun. (1:53)

  • Smart Digital Kiosk (Kraft Foods)
    Smart Digital Kiosk (Kraft Foods)

    The Intel-powered digital retail sign moves the shopping experience into the 21st century. (3:28)

Product and Performance Information

open

1. Built-in visual features are not enabled on all PCs and optimized software may be required. Check with your system manufacturer. Learn more at www.intel.com/go/biv.


2. With Intel® HD Graphics 4000.


3. Claim based on 3DMark* Vantage scores using 3rd generation Intel® Core™ i5-3570K processor (desktop) compared with 2nd generation Intel® Core™ i5-2500K (desktop). Results have been based on internal Intel analysis and are provided for informational purposes only.  


4. Software and workloads used in performance tests may have been optimized for performance only on Intel® microprocessors. Performance tests, such as SYSmark* and MobileMark*, are measured using specific computer systems, components, software, operations, and functions. Any change to any of those factors may cause the results to vary. You should consult other information and performance tests to assist you in fully evaluating your contemplated purchases, including the performance of that product when combined with other products.


5. Third Party Content: Web Sites and Materials may contain user or third party submitted content; such content, including company profile and business history is not reviewed, approved or endorsed by Intel and is provided solely as a convenience to our customers and users The listing of a system herein shall not be construed to be an endorsement or recommendation of the system. In particular Intel Corporation, through providing information about products offered for sale by third parties, is not making an offer to sell such products. The product images for desktops, workstations and servers may show a monitor that may or may not be included in the price for the product. Under no circumstances will Intel be liable in any way for any third party submitted or provided content, including, but not limited to, any errors or omissions, or damages of any kind. Any material downloaded or otherwise obtained through the use of the materials is done at your own discretion and risk and that you will be solely responsible for any damage to your computer system or other device of loss of data that results from the download of any such material. By your use you agree that you must evaluate, and bear all risks associated with, the use of any third party content, including any reliance on the accuracy, completeness, or usefulness of such content. All postings and use of the Web Sites or Material are subject to these Terms of Use and any other program and site specific terms.