(gentle bright music) So you're trying to pick your next PC? Yes, you'll need to think about graphics. The part of the computer
that handles graphics is known as the Graphics
Processing Unit or GPU. And every single desktop
or laptop computer has one. A GPU is also called a
video or graphics card, and it's a specialized electronic circuit that's designed to accelerate
graphics and image processing. So the GPU helps with
things like games obviously, graphics, effects, videos. GPUs are important for all kinds of work, like video editing or design, working with architectural
files, even machine learning. There's two types of GPU. All right, there's Integrated
and there's Discreet. Integrated GPUs are built into the CPU. This allows laptops to be
ultra thin, less expensive, and power efficient. They work well for some gaming and light video editing
or working with photos, and they're great for most people. A Discreet GPU on the other
hand, is separate from the CPU, and it's either plugged into or attached directly to the motherboard. Discrete GPUs are larger
and they consume more power, but they help the computer run intense graphics, effects and video. So if you do any photo or
video editing, or design work, or if you game a lot, then
you'll want one of these. And there are a lot of
discreet GPU options that range in price and performance, so you're gonna wanna
research your requirements before choosing a discreet GPU. And you can usually find information about specific app or game requirements at the developer's website. I hope that helps, and
good luck on your search.
