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    4k+ screen gpu under linux?

    Discussion in 'Linux Compatibility and Software' started by Johannes33, May 12, 2015.

  1. Johannes33

    Johannes33 Notebook Enthusiast

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    Hi all!
    I'm looking for a notebook that is able to run Linux and support 2 screens externally:
    one 4k@60Hz
    and one 768p minimum but preferably 1080p.
    Its not for gaming. I use it big spreadsheets and mind maps/flow diagram.
    does anybody know what I should be looking for in terms of GPU and/or processor?
    Thanks :)
     
    Johannes33, May 12, 2015
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    Mr.Koala Notebook Virtuoso

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    If you're not amining for 3D, anything with internal 4K screen or DP port will do.
     
    Mr.Koala, May 13, 2015
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    Johannes33 Notebook Enthusiast

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    First, thanks for replying.
    But...
    If I want to run the 2 screens at the same time how do I calculate what gpu I need?
    The gpu must be able to run more than 4k, or not?
    and how much video memory do I need?
    Is it ok with shared memory?
     
    Johannes33, May 14, 2015
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    You do not need to calculate anything. Any modern mobile GPU from Intel/Nvidia/AMD will do as long as you have DP.
     
    Mr.Koala, May 15, 2015
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    Thank you (sorry ... a little late but...)
     
    Johannes33, Aug 16, 2015
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