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    How could i know which gpu is running?

    Discussion in 'Gaming (Software and Graphics Cards)' started by CyberTronics, Jul 16, 2011.

  1. CyberTronics

    CyberTronics Notebook Consultant

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    I have a laptop with intel hd 3000 and nvidia gt 525m. How can I monitor which graphics card is currently running? Everytime i open gpu-z it shows me that nvidia gpu is currently switched on:
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    Am i right? So does it mean that intel gpu never switch on for power saving? I am a bit confused. :confused:
     
    CyberTronics, Jul 16, 2011
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  2. fred2028

    fred2028 Sexy member

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    Use HWMonitor. If it shows no GPU, then it's the Intel. Otherwise, it will show nVidia.
     
    fred2028, Jul 16, 2011
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    Falco152 Notebook Demon

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    Use Nvidia Control Panel -> View -> Display GPU Activity in notification.

    Run your application. Open up the GPU tray in notification. The name of your application is on that box, then it using Nvidia. Otherwise, it is running Intel.
     
    Falco152, Jul 16, 2011
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