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Lenovo IdeaCentre A520 Video Card
Both an integrated and dedicated video card computes and sends the rendered images to a monitor where you can see the results. At the moment, nVidia rules the dedicated video card market, while AMD is in second. A dedicated graphics card is necessary for high-end games on the desktop like Overwatch, Battlefield or Far Cry. Integrated, or onboard, graphics will never be better than dedicated graphic cards, generally speaking. Most new desktops should have at least one PCI Express slot available for a video card to be added to the system. There are two types of video cards, integrated and dedicated. An integrated graphic card is built-in to the main board, while dedicated is a separarate piece of hardware that gets installed.
Major indications of a poorly performing video card
- The graphics on your screen produces bits and pieces of the desktop
- The desktop restarts when starting a game
- Nothing seems to turn on as you attempt to boot up
- A driver for the video card does not seem to install fully
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It is always best to make note of the part number before buying a video card replacement. Always order parts from a known seller when you buy your parts online. Your Lenovo desktop will be happier if you purchase parts smartly! Lenovo IdeaCentre A520 video card should really be bought in factory new condition for obvious reasons, including possible wear on an older one.
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