I've upgraded to an entire new system and this is my first time using AMD with an integrated GPU. Currently, all my monitors are connected to my dedicated GPU, which includes a 1080p, 2k, 4k monitor, and a 4k TV. I also use a Huion drawing tablet and often switch the TV and tablet's HDMI/DisplayPort cables depending on what I want to use.
I'm curious if I should disable the integrated GPU on my Ryzen chip, or if I should keep it active since I just found out that my motherboard's HDMI port works well with the tablet.
Additionally, should I force the integrated GPU to use minimal memory, allocating only 64MB, or should I leave it on auto? My motherboard also has a setting for hybrid graphics—should I enable that too?
Ultimately, I want to avoid constantly swapping cables while not sacrificing any FPS or messing up my streaming setup. Is it even worth the hassle or will I just end up complicating things? My GPU has four monitor outputs, so maybe I should just stick with that setup to minimize potential headaches.
2 Answers
If you're running a multi-monitor setup, enabling the iGPU could definitely help. But make sure it won't create additional strain or performance issues for your system.
I recommend keeping the integrated GPU active. You can use it for your Huion tablet, which should help with your multi-monitor setup. Also, regarding the RAM allocation for the iGPU, you can usually adjust that in the BIOS, often labeled as UMA. It's generally beneficial to let the dedicated GPU focus on heavy tasks while the iGPU handles lighter ones, potentially improving performance.
I noticed it worked fine with hybrid mode off and the iGPU set to UMA with auto allocation. What are the best settings to use for minimal FPS loss? I've got plenty of RAM, but I'm a bit worried about heat and power usage.
True! Just want to ensure I won't have problems like FPS drops or increased workload on my PC.