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You might think the best gaming laptops have dedicated GPUs. However, many modern laptops and PCs opt for Intel's onboard GPUs due to cost-saving measures or slim form factors. But can an Intel HD Graphics Family card handle gaming? Let's delve into it!
What exactly is Intel HD Graphics Family?
Intel HD Graphics Family stands as one branch of integrated graphics chips by Intel, evolving from Intel HD Graphics. It includes improved versions such as HD 300, 4000, and 4400, hence the 'Family' extension. Besides handling regular tasks, it excels in video content and online gaming, as well as common office applications.
The burning question: Can Intel HD Graphics Family handle gaming?
Exploring the gaming prowess of Intel HD Graphics Family: Can it handle popular titles like FIFA online, PUBG, PES, LOL, and more? Find out here!
Assessing the performance of Intel HD Graphics Family through some popular game titles
Starting with Call of Duty: Ghosts, a beloved shooter game. Both GPUs can smoothly run it at low graphics settings - 1024×768 pixels. Interestingly, Intel HD Graphics HD 4400 can handle medium graphics at 1366×768 pixels with 28fps.
Curious about FIFA 14's compatibility? Good news! Intel HD Graphics 4400 can run it at Ultra high settings, 1920×1080 pixels. Meanwhile, Graphics 4000 can handle high settings at 1366×768 pixels with 63fps.
Unfortunately, Need for Speed: Rivals isn't playable on onboard GPUs. But fear not, Asphalt 8 serves as a decent alternative. It runs smoothly at Medium settings on Graphics HD 4400 and Low settings on HD 4000. Alternatively, you can opt for Need for Speed Most Wanted at Low settings.
MOBA enthusiasts rejoice! Intel HD Graphics allows for smooth gameplay of Dota 2 and LOL at Medium settings. Frame rates consistently exceed 30fps.
PES 2013 and FIFA Online 3 stand out as the most popular soccer games in Vietnam. Both HD 4400 and HD 4000 cards can handle PES 2013's High graphics settings (with kitserver assistance). However, FIFA Online 3 runs smoothly only at very low settings on HD Graphics 4000 and low settings on HD Graphics 4400.
Above are our insights on Intel HD Graphics Family. You probably already know which games this card can handle, right? Wishing you maximum efficiency with this graphics card version.
