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    Intel WiDi and Optimus Question

    Discussion in 'Alienware 17 and M17x' started by Amox05, Jun 6, 2012.

  1. Amox05

    Amox05 Notebook Enthusiast

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    So I heard that if you have a 120hz screen, the IGPU is disabled by Optimus. If that's correct, then does that mean that you cannot use the WiDi function of your wireless card? Or can WiDi use both the IGPU and dedicated GPU?
     
    Amox05, Jun 6, 2012
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  2. Prasad

    Prasad NBR Reviewer 1337 NBR Reviewer

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    I take it if Optimus is disabled, then only your dedicated GPU would be used, whether it be for Intel WiDi or any other application... Although I could be wrong.
     
    Prasad, Jun 6, 2012
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