What is the difference between processor graphics and integrated graphics?
Processor graphics refer to graphics that are physically in the processor package or integrated into the processor silicon. Integrated graphics are when the graphics functionality is built into the chipset. Both integrated and processor graphics require a video port on the motherboard in order to function.
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Which Intel® Desktop Processors include Intel® HD Graphics in the processor package?
Select a link below for Intel HD Graphics version information, processor specifications, socket and compatibility information on Intel® Desktop Boards:
Intel® Core™ i7 Desktop Processors that include Intel HD Graphics
Intel® Core™ i5 Desktop Processors that include Intel HD Graphics
Intel® Core™ i3 Desktop Processors that include Intel HD Graphics
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Where can I get graphics drivers for my processor?
For graphics drivers, use the Intel® Graphics Driver Update Utility. For all Intel® drivers use the Intel® Driver Update Utility. The global version of the Intel Driver Update Utility not only incorporates an analysis of graphics drivers, but includes an analysis on other drivers such as audio and network drivers that come with the Intel® Desktop Boards.
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What is the difference between Intel® HD Graphics, Intel® HD Graphics 2000, and Intel® HD Graphics 3000?
Intel HD Graphics is the initial implementation of the graphics introduced with the Intel® Core™ i5-6xx processor series and the Intel® Core™ i3-5xx processor series. Intel HD Graphics 2000 and Intel HD Graphics 3000 are the second generation of processor graphics and perform much higher than the original version. The Intel HD Graphics 2000 and Intel HD Graphics 3000 were introduced with the Intel® Core™ i7-2xxx, Intel® Core™ i5-2xxx, and Intel® Core™ i3-2xxx processor series.
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What is the difference between Intel® HD Graphics 2000 and Intel® HD Graphics 3000?
The main difference between Intel HD Graphics 2000 and Intel HD Graphics 3000 is the number of graphics execution units included in the processor. Intel HD Graphics 2000 has six graphics execution units and Intel HD Graphics 3000 has twelve graphics execution units. To access more information on this subject, go to the Guide to 2nd generation Intel® Core™ Processor Graphics.
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What are Intel® HD Graphics 2500 and Intel® HD Graphics 4000?
Intel® HD Graphics 2500 and Intel® HD graphics 4000 are the 3rd generation of Intel® Core™ processor graphics. Intel® HD Graphics 2500 is the successor to Intel HD Graphics 2000 and is better performing due to more efficient graphics execution units (6). Intel® HD graphics 4000 is the successor to Intel HD Graphics 3000 and features much better performance due to the increased number of graphics execution units (16). Intel® HD Graphics 4000 is better suited for graphics intensive applications such as those that use 3D. To learn more on this subject, go to Guide to 3rd generation Intel® Core™ Processor Graphics
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Where can I find out more information on the differences between the different versions of Intel® HD Graphics?
Quick Reference Guide to 1st Generation Intel® Core™ Processor Graphics (HD Graphics)
Quick Reference Guide to 2nd Generation Intel® Core™ Processor Graphics (HD Graphics)
Quick Reference Guide to 3rd Generation Intel® Core™ Processor Graphics (HD Graphics)
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Dynamic Acceleration is a feature available with the Intel® Core™ i7-3xxx, Intel® Core™ i7-2xxx, Intel Core™ i5-3xxx, Intel® Core™ i5-2xxx and Intel® Core™ i3-2xxx processor series. Dynamic Acceleration is similar to Intel® Turbo Boost 2.0. The processor dynamically boosts the graphics frequency for graphically intensive applications if the processor is running under power, thermal and current specifications.
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Do these processors require a graphics port on the back of the desktop boards?
These processors are usually matched with a desktop board that has an integrated graphics port on the back because this is normally the lowest cost option. If there is not a graphics port on the back of the board, then a discrete graphics card must be installed to enable video. These processors work with a discrete graphics card if you use the graphic port on the card, and chipset and BIOS support is available from the desktop board manufacturer.
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Where can I find out if my Intel® Desktop Board is compatible with these processors?
Visit the Intel® Processors and Boards Compatibility Tool to see which Intel Desktop Board is compatible with your processor. If your processor needs an add-in discrete graphic card, a graphics card icon will be displayed next to your processor. You can click on the icon for more information.
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Where can I find out more about Intel® graphics drivers?
See the Intel graphics driver frequently asked questions for more information.
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