Advantages or Benefits of having a Graphics Card for your PC
Not everyone buys a graphics card for their PC. This is because many people think that do not need it and the onboard graphics can serve their purpose. Well they may be correct to some extent but having a graphics card (even an entry level one) has its own advantages and benefits which I am going to discuss next in this article.
Top Advantages of Having a Dedicated Graphics Card
Here are the top benefits for having a dedicated graphics card installed in your desktop PC.
Richer Gaming Experience
If you are a passionate gamer then graphics card is a must have component but even if you are a casual gamer then also having a budget graphics card can enhance your gaming experience to a much greater level. This is because an onboard graphics solution cannot match the performance of a real graphics card even if it is an entry level one.
Increase in Computer Performance
The performance of your computer will surely increase by having a graphics card. This is because of the following two things:
1. Takes Load Off from CPU
An on-board graphics solution is generally dependent on CPU for all the graphical processing and calculations, so a part of the CPU remains engage in providing graphics, which can reduce the overall performance of a CPU and thus the whole system. A Graphics Card does not depend on the CPU and has its own GPU (Graphics Processing Unit) for performing all the graphics related operations and processing.
2. Free Up System Memory (RAM)
An onboard graphics solution takes up the system memory (RAM) for storing all the graphics information & data which can reduce a part of your total system memory. Whereas a graphics card has its own memory for performing all the graphics related tasks and processing.
Performance Increase in 3D Applications & Softwares
If you are a graphics designer or uses high end graphics and 3D applications like phototoshop, maya, heavy video editing tools etc. then having a graphics card can really speed up your work and you also get better performance & accurate results in these high-end graphics applications and tools.
Better Video and HD Experience
If you watch lots of HD and Blu-ray movies then a graphics card can really enhance your experience in watching high definition videos and movies.
Better Driver Support
A graphics card has better driver support for new operating systems, games and applications. This is because GPU manufacturers time to time releases latest drivers for their graphics card to keep them updated with the latest operating systems and games.
Final Words & Advice
At the end I would like to say one thing that having a graphics is always advantageous whether you are into gaming or not. If you do not want to purchase a mid-range or high-end graphics card then just go for a budget one as they are very affordable and are ten times better than an onboard video solution.
See also:
- Budget Graphics Cards under 5000 Rupees
- Top Graphics Cards under 10000 Rupees for Gaming
- Good Mid-range Graphics Cards
- What kind of Graphics Card do you Need ?
- How to Find the Best Graphics Card in your Budget
- Clear all Graphics Card related doubts
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Akshat Verma
A Professional Blogger, Web Developer, Hardware Enthusiast, Gamer, Geek and Founder of many other websites. He holds M.Tech degree in IT and B.E degree in Computer Science & Engineering.
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Thanks for this very useful information.
Dear Akshat
I was searching for a good home PC configuration, came across about your suggestion on dedicated graphic card.
Could you please suggest me a good home PC configuration with i5 processor, suitable mother board, 8GB RAM,2TB HDD,22″ monitor, graphic card. I love music, need a good speaker system which can be used for PC and TV both.
Regards
Sreenivas, Bangalore
How much is your total budget?
Dear Akshat
Thanks for the quick reply.
My budget is 40 to 50k, please suggest one good PC rig.
Regards
Sreenivas
Hello Sreenivas,
Here is your connfiguration
Core i5-6402P @ 3.40 GHz > 13800
Asus H110M-D -> 4850
Corsair Value 8GB DDR4 RAM -> 4250
2 TB Seagate HDD -> 5300
Zotac GeForce GT 730 2GB GDDR5 -> 5000
Corsair VS450 SMPs -> 2600
Cabinet -> Get a Full Tower cabinet of your choice
Samsung 22″-LS22F350FHW Monitor -> 7250
Logitech Z506 5.2 channel Speakers -> 6000
Dear Akshat
Thanks for the guidance.
will finalise this PC
Thanks a lot again. will sure follow your blog regularly.
Regards
sreenivas
You are always welcome sreenivas and please share this blog with your friends and other.
Hi Akshat,
I bumped through your blog today and I wanted to ask, are these refurbished pc good?
Depends on the condition of the components.
Dear Akshat
Sure will suggest your blog with friends. Today I arrived a home PC config based on your suggestion.
Sl. No Component Model bwindia
1 Processor Intel i5 6402P 2.8 to 3.4 GHz socket 1151 13458
2 Mother Board MB 4Intel Asus H110M-D 1151 Socket H110 CS 5040
3 RAM Memory DDR4 Corsair Vengeance LPX CMK8GX4M1A2400C16R 8gb 2400mhz. 4410
4 HDD HDD Seagate SATA 2Tb 7200rpm ST2000DM006 5300
5 Graphic Card Graphics Card Zotac Nvidia Geforce GT 730 2gb DDR5 4900
6 SMPS SMPS Corsair 450W VS450 2600
7 Cabinet Cabinet Circle CC 555 USB 3.0 without SMPS 1550
8 Monitor Monitor Samsung LS22F380HY/XL 22 inch with VGA n HDMI LED Wide 7600
9 Optical Drive DVD Writer LG OEM SATA Black 24X 1110
10 Keyboard KB Logitech K120 Black USB 550
11 Mouse-wireless Wireless Mouse Logitech M235 Black 500
12 Speakers Speaker 2.1 Creative SBS A355 2200
13 Antivirus SW AVK Kaspersky Internet Security 2016 1 PC 3 Year 950
Total 50168
Please suggest me if this config is correct, specially COMPATIBILITY of the all the components. I am ok with any modifications if you feel important for the above config.
Regards
Sreenivas
Great ! Everything looks good and is compatible. For Antivirus I suggest you not to use kaspersky and go for ESET NOD32. It is great Antivirus with excellent detection rate and does not slows down your system. I have used almost all AV but none of them come close to ESET NOD32. I am personally using it for more than 8 years. You can get it here http://amzn.to/2kcakGA
Thanks Akshat, I am looking at ‘internet security+antivirus’. please advise me, if I can go for ESTE NOD32
Regards
Sreenivas
Then go for ESET Smart Security which is the whole package.
Thanks a lot Akshat.
sir akshat I think Zotac GeForce GT 730 2GB GDDR5 is not compatible with my motherboard which is H81M-P33. can you just suggest a best video card for my pc without changing my motherboard. thanks!
Zotac GeForce GT 730 should run fine on your motherboard.
desktop config:—DZ75ML-45K–Intel Mother Board,
I5-3330–3GHz–Procesor
CMX8GX3M1A1600C11–8GB corsair DDR3 ram
WIN7PROF O/S
SMPS–SEASONIC 620W-ATX12V
Pl advise a suitable 4gb Graphics card within 6000
The best you can get under 6k is Geforce GT 1030 2GB and it will be enough for your needs.
If I prefer 4gb card, what it should be? Also should it be DDR3? I also intend to install another 8gb memory stick, what will be best compatible? VMware, Autodesk, Revit, Adobe , Maya etc., are also used in this computer which requires lots of graphic application.
For a good 4GB graphics cards you to spend around 10k otherwise 4GB will not make any performance gain. You can go for the Corsair DDR3 RAM.
so,what will be the make and model of the card?
Go with Zotac one.
Awesome Blog 🙂 Its Really Help me.
I have old ram of 4 GB DDR3, corsair valueselect of around 1300 mhz speed. I want to change Or increase it now. What type of ram should I go now. Please siggest.
You need a DDR3 RAM.
Dear Akshat,
Your advise and help is requested.
In my system, presently undermentioned configuration exists:
Motherboard: Asus M4A88T-M,
CPU: AMDs Phenom ™ II X2 555, RAM:DDR3 6GB
HDDs: 2X1Tb + 2X250GB + 250GB SSD
PSU: Cooler Master 800 W Salento GOLD.
Cabinet: Coole Master HAF XB EVO
AND it works well.
I have a spare Graphic Card: GT520 Silent (2GB DDR3 nvidia GeForce).
Should I add above graphic card to the above configuration?
What benefits do I get by adding it?
Please also reply through email.
Regards.
Navin Talati
How are you getting the graphics because AMD Phenom II X2 B55 does not have integrated graphics?
Thanks Akshat.
Let me correct that my CPU is AMDs Phenom ™ II X2 555, (….and not B55..).
It is working nicely. e.g rendering in SweetHome 3D seems good, and no issue as such.
Referring to your captioned article, I thought that let me put the spare G.C. with me in action so that it can be utilized as well as may improve efficiency of my machine.
Please guide further.
Check this https://www.techpowerup.com/cpu-specs/phenom-ii-x2-555-be.c679. It does not have onboard graphics. You must have a graphics card installed. Check again.
Dear Akshat ji,
Here, I am showing the System Information of my machine/computer from it SETTINGS:
O.S.: Ubuntu 20.04 LTS
CPU: AMD Phenom(tm) II X2 555 Processor
1 physical processor, 2 cores, 2 threads
RAM: 7892716 KiB (i.e. 8 GB. NOTE: by mistake I have shown it 6 GB in my question. I apologize for the same)
Motherboard: System Version/M4A88T-M (ASUSTeK Computer INC)
Graphics: 1920X1080
(Unknown)
The X.Org Foundation
Also in addition to abover information, it shows No. Of HDD, ODD, Printer and Audio etc.
Presently, I have not added any Graphic card. I have only captioned one in spare which I want to add, and for that I am seeking your valuable advice.
The link shown by you (i.e. https://www.techpowerup.com/cpu-specs/phenom-ii-x2-555-be.c679.)
results as “…404 – Page not found…”
Regards.
Please download GPU-Z https://www.techpowerup.com/gpuz/ and send me the screenshot of the information.
I have sent the images requested by you through email.
I could not find how to upload it here.
Regards.
Navin Talati / 10-03-2021
Hello Navin,
Thank you for sending the screenshots. Well, ATI Radeon HD 4250 is graphics integrated on your motherboard. The GT 520 discrete card is certainly better than ATI Radeon HD 4250 and you will benefit from it in applications. Also, you can also have your system memory freed up using the discrete graphics card.
Hey Akshat,
I wanna know whether “ASUS Cerberus GeForce GTX 1050 Ti 4GB OC Edition GDDR5 Gaming Graphics Card (Cerberus-GTX1050Ti-O4G)” is compatible with my pc…
MY PC SPECS :
CPU : Dell Optiplex 7010
PROCESSOR: Intel(R) Core(TM) i3-3220 CPU @ 3.30GHz
RAM: 8gb DDR3
OS : Windows 10 pro, 64 bit
BaseBoard Manufacturer : Dell Inc.
BaseBoard Product : 0WR7PY
BaseBoard Version : A01
No, it is not compatible because you need a low-profile graphics card.
Why isn’t compatible sir??
Should I change the motherboard
Is Zotac Geforce 730 compatible??
Because of the case size as you have an SFF or small form factor slim case.
May i know why is it not compatible is it because of my motherboard??
Will “ZOTAC GeForce GT 730 4GB DDR3 ZONE Edition Graphics Card with GeForce Experience” work i mean is this compatible??
If not can u suggest any 4gb graphics card for my pc( only nvidia)
Hello sir! my setup is
•I3 2120 3.3Ghz
•GT 730 4Gb DDR3
•8 GB ram
•windows 10 pro
Can my setup run games like
•Ac origins(2017)
•Nfs payback(2017)
•far cry 4
Plz tell me sir?
Maybe on the lowest graphics settings at 720p resolution.