Graphics Card or GPU

Yes – all laptops have a GPU. Without one, you wouldn't see anything on a laptop's screen. However, not all laptops have dedicated graphics cards. Depending on the type of GPU, the capabilities of your device will vary a lot.  But does this mean that you NEED a dedicated graphics card? And if not, can you boost your integrated GPU power instead? In this article, we will cover everything you wanted to know about the GPUs but weren’t sure who to ask....

The best graphics card for your gaming laptop depends on your machine’s configuration and the games you want to play.  Most laptops' specs are in line with their GPU. For instance, a typical budget laptop usually has a budget CPU, and there’s little room for laptop upgrades. So, usually, you can select the GPU (or even eGPU) that fits your needs without worrying about the rest of the system.  One caveat, though: RAM size may vary regardless of the CPU-GPU combo....

When deciding on your new gaming laptop’s specs, consider the GPU, CPU, cooling features, and RAM size first to ensure great performance. These will be your most important specs to look for. Also, closely review the display and things like size, screen resolution, refresh rate, and response time, as they’ll affect your gaming experience.  SSD storage, keyboard, ports, trackpad, battery life, and portability are a few other things to consider.  Keep reading as we dive deep into what specs to look for...

If you are not happy with your current laptop's performance, and want to play the latest games without lag, you have two options: buy a new laptop with better specs or upgrade your current laptop. Not everyone can afford a new laptop, so upgrading may be the only option, but are gaming laptops upgradable?  Well, you can upgrade certain parts of a laptop, but not everything. Still, for most people, it’s enough to upgrade the RAM or allocate more RAM for...