Using switchable graphics (specific models only) – Lenovo IdeaPad Y460 User Manual

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Chapter 2. Learning the basics

Using Switchable Graphics (specific models
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Some IdeaPad models support Switchable Graphics. With this technology,
you have the flexibility to switch between a dedicated AMD

GPU* (high-

performance GPU) and an integrated Intel GPU (power-saving GPU)
without restarting the Windows operating system.
*GPU is short for graphics processing unit.

To change the GPU, do the following:

Start your computer to the Windows operating system. If the computer
is in sleep or hibernation mode, press the power button to wake it up.

Activate the Switchable Graphics dialog box. To activate the dialog
box, you can:

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right-click on the desktop and select Configure Switchable Graphics from the
pop-up menu.

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slide and release the GPU switch on the front side of your computer.

Note: The dedicated AMD GPU provides you with superior graphics performance

while the energy-efficient integrated graphics provides longer operation with
the battery. You can switch to the high-performance GPU to gain the best
graphics performance. However, when the computer is using battery power
you are advised to switch to the power-saving GPU if you are not running
graphics-intensive applications.

Note: Do not try to change the GPU when the computer is in sleep or hibernation

mode.