Integrated Graphics Processors (IGP) vs Dedicated Graphics Cards
- both are types of GPUs
- Integrated Graphics Processor is a GPU built within a CPU
- Dedicated Graphics Card is a GPU as a standalone card
- Onboard Graphics is a GPU integrated onto a motherboard
Integrated Graphics Processors (IGP)
In personal computers, the IGPs are mostly manufactured by Intel and AMD and are integrated onto their CPUs. They are commonly known as:
- Intel HD and Iris Graphics - also called HD series and Iris series
- AMD Accelerated Processing Unit (APU) - also formerly known as: fusion
Dedicated Graphics Cards
The most popular dedicated graphics cards are manufactured by AMD and Nvidia. They are commonly known as: