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    do I need dedicated graphics for my external monitor?

    Discussion in 'Gaming (Software and Graphics Cards)' started by totono, Nov 21, 2008.

  1. totono

    totono Notebook Consultant

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    I am looking into ordering a vaio SR but I have a doubt regarding the graphics options. I am NOT looking into playing games so I would prefer to go with the GMA 4500mhd option if possible. However, I will be plugging my laptop into a higher resolution LCD monitor using the VGA out. Will the GMA chip support the higher resolution or do I need to go with the dedicated ATI card for this?
    Thanks in advance..
    totono
     
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    Isend2C Notebook Deity

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    The GMA 4500XHD should be fine for that. The new Intel cards are getting actually decent... so it should be plenty able to do that I think.
     
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    manyee Notebook Enthusiast

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    Don't worry, it's more than enough.

    Last time I hooked up my old Acer with GMA 900 to a 24" LCD 1900x1200 and it worked just fine.
    The new Intel 4500 will be even better than GMA 900.

    Intel spec for my old GMA 900 is:
    - Analog Display : Up to 2048x1536 @ 75 Hz refresh
    - Digital Display: Flat panels up to 2048x1536 @60Hz or digital CRT/HDTV at 1920x1080@85Hz
     
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