Just for fun, I thought I would post a technical question. It is good to have these every now and then on a technical forum.
Anyway, I need to build a new computer. My old one is well past due for being replaced.
I am looking at this processor.
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Produc...82E16819116987
I have not decided on a motherboard yet but here is one that will work for this discussion:
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Produc...82E16813132116
The processor description says, "Integrated Graphics -Intel HD Graphics 4600"
The motherboard description says, "Onboard Video Chipset Supported only by CPU with integrated graphic"
In the past, if a motherboard had an integrated video chipset, it did not matter what the processor was. And, by having that integrated video chipset in the motherboard, the user could skip buying a dedicated display adapter. Now, it appears without the proper processor, the integrated video chipset serves no purpose. Am I correct so far?
Further, this combination of hardware seems pretty common which leads me to wonder, how many people still build their computers with dedicated display adapters. I am NOT a gamer but if I was, would it be reasonable to build a computer without a dedicated display adapter?
Thanks for your help.