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Dell Dimension E520 Video Card
Currently, graphics card maker nVidia is the most popular in the dedicated video card market, while AMD is in second. A dedicated graphics card is required for high-end games on the desktop like Mass Effect, Grand Theft Auto or Battlefield. There are two types of graphic cards, integrated and dedicated. Integrated is built into the motherboard, while a dedicated graphics card is an individual piece of hardware that is bought and installed separately. A graphics card processes graphics and sends the rendered images to a monitor where it is displayed for you. Almost all newer desktops will have at least one spot available for a graphics card to be installed. Integrated, or onboard, graphics will never be better than a separate video card, generally speaking.
Main clues your desktop graphics card should need replacing
- The graphics on your screen depicts lines
- The computer reboots when trying to start up a graphic intensive game
- The screen does not always turn on when booting up
- A driver for the video card fails to install fully
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Try to always purchase computer parts from a reputable seller when buying parts online. It is always best to write down the OEM part number before placing an order for a new video card. The Dell Dimension E520 will be better off if you buy the right parts. Dell Dimension E520 video card is best purchased brand new for a variety of reasons, including wear and tear on any old video card that may occur.
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