System requirements: possible Graphics configurations

The graphics card (GPU) plays a crucial role in rendering visuals on your screen. Pythagoras requires at least OpenGL 4.0 to function properly. Depending on your system configuration, different types of GPUs can be present, each with its advantages and limitations.

Possible graphics configurations

1. Integrated GPU (iGPU)

• Built into the CPU, shares system memory.
• Energy-efficient but less powerful.
• Sufficient for basic tasks like web browsing, office work, and video playback.
• Common manufacturers: Intel, AMD

2. Dedicated GPU (dGPU)

• A separate card with its own memory.
• Designed for demanding graphics applications.
• Offers better performance but consumes more power.
• Common manufacturers: NVIDIA, AMD Radeon

3. Hybrid system (Integrated + Dedicated GPU)

• Combines an integrated and a dedicated GPU.
• Uses the integrated GPU for light tasks and switches to the dedicated GPU for high-performance needs.
• Requires manual configuration to ensure Pythagoras uses the high-performance GPU.

How to check which GPU(s) your system has

1. Right-click the Windows Start button.
2. Select Device Manager.
3. Expand the Display adapters section.
4. You will see the names of the installed graphics cards.

This overview helps you understand what type of GPU setup you have and whether adjustments are needed to optimize Pythagoras. - How to optimize your graphics settings for Pythagoras