This tutorial will show you how to enable or disable your integrated graphics (iGPU) in Windows 10 and Windows 11.
Some motherboards will include onboard graphics or integrated graphics (iGPU) that uses a shared amount of system memory. The iGPU port is usually located on the back of the motherboard.
If you also have a graphics card (aka: discrete graphics), then you can choose custom graphics performance settings. This allows you to specify which GPU you prefer to use by default for specific Microsoft Store and Desktop apps. Preferences may provide better app performance or save battery life.
If you prefer to only use the graphics card, then you can disable the iGPU to free up memory, save power, and reduce heating.
Reference:
All about graphics processing units (GPUs) - Microsoft Support
Learn what a graphics processing unit is and find the type that meets your needs.
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Contents
- Option One: Enable or Disable Integrated Graphics (iGPU) in Device Manager
- Option Two: Enable or Disable Integrated Graphics (iGPU) in BIOS/UEFI
EXAMPLE: Integrated graphics (ex: "GPU 0") and graphics card (ex: "GPU 1") in Task Manager
You must be signed in as an administrator to use this option.
1 Open Device Manager (devmgmt.msc).
2 Click/tap on the arrow next to Display adapters to expand it open. (see screenshots below step 4)
3 Right click on the iGPU you want to enable or disable.
The iGPU will not be listed in Device Manager if the iGPU was disabled in BIOS/UEFI in Option Two.
4 Click/tap on Enable device (default) or Disable device.
5 If you are disabling the iGPU, click/tap on Yes to confirm. (see screenshot below)
6 You can now close Device Manager if you like.
1 Boot to UEFI BIOS firmware settings.
2 Navigate to your iGPU settings in BIOS/UEFI, and select Auto, Enabled, or Disabled for what you want in the iGPU Multi-Monitor drop menu. (see screenshots below)
You will need to check your motherboard's manual for the exact steps to enable or disable the iGPU since they will vary per motherboard manufacturer.
3 Click/tap on the Exit tab, and click/tap on Save Changes & Reset to apply. (see screenshot below)
You will need to check your motherboard's manual for the exact steps to save changes and exit since they will vary per motherboard manufacturer.
That's it,
Shawn Brink
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