Article ID: 000027381 Content Type: Product Information & Documentation Last Reviewed: 09/04/2024

Will the built-in Graphics Processing Unit (GPU) on the processor consume power if external GPU is used?

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Intel® Core™ i3-3240 Processor

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Summary

This article contains an answer for the inquiry if the built-in GPU of the processor will consume power if external GPU is used.

Description

When using an external GPU, will the built in GPU consume power?

Resolution

Built-in GPU is automatically disabled and no power is consumed.

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