I'm considering getting an i3-13100 processor mainly for its integrated graphics, which would save me from needing a separate GPU. I don't play video games; I just use my PC for web browsing, YouTube, and watching movies. My main question is whether the integrated UHD 730 graphics in the i3-13100 supports hardware decoding for AV1. I found information on Intel's website stating that the 11th, 12th, and 13th generation CPUs support this feature, but it doesn't clarify if it's applicable to both desktop and mobile versions. A little confusingly, I also used a chatbot that suggested only mobile versions offer support. Any clarity on this would be greatly appreciated!
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To answer your question, yes, the i3-13100's integrated UHD 730 graphics does support AV1 hardware decoding. Both desktop and mobile versions from those generations have this capability, so you should be good to go for your web browsing and streaming needs!
Just a heads up though, while it supports AV1 decoding, the performance might vary based on the applications you use. But for everyday tasks, it should handle everything smoothly!