Share via

How to change default graphics? (Universal default)

Anonymous
2022-06-14T22:11:21+00:00

I have been trying to figure out a way to get Windows 10 to default to my integrated graphics. I intend to use my Nvidia dGPU only during graphically/computationally intensive workloads. I basically want the 'Let Windows Decide' option in in the windows graphics settings to choose integrated graphics so my laptop can last for at least its advertised battery life. Manually setting every GUI app I use to 'Power Saving' is too much when I only have a handful of instances that I'd want utilizing the dGPU.

Windows for home | Windows 10 | Performance and system failures

Locked Question. This question was migrated from the Microsoft Support Community. You can vote on whether it's helpful, but you can't add comments or replies or follow the question.

0 comments

6 answers

Sort by: Most helpful
Most helpful Newest Oldest
  1. Anonymous
    2022-06-15T02:03:22+00:00

    Thanks for replying. I didn't use NVIDIA Control Panel, as NVCP says that "Windows OS now manages selection of the graphics processor".

    I have since solved my issue, as the '[HKEY_CURRENT_USER\SOFTWARE\Microsoft\DirectX\UserGpuPreferences]' registry key holds the settings for GUI Windows Graphics Settings Menu, and setting the "(Default)" string to "GpuPreference=1;" seems to have done the trick.

    10+ people found this answer helpful.
    0 comments
  2. Anonymous
    2022-06-15T00:15:28+00:00

    Hello,

    I'm not sure if its exactly what you're after but I use the Nvidia Control Panel if I want to specify which graphics is used for certain programs - integrated or Nvidia. For example, my Nvidia GPU only runs when I am:

    1. Video Editing in Vegas Movie Studio
    2. Recording Xbox gameplay via the Elgato game capture software
    3. On the very rare occasion that I play a game on my PC.

    Pretty much all other times, my integrated graphics is being used. These settings can be changed in Nvidia Control Panel. May not be what you're after but thought I'd mention it.

    Edit: I should also mention that Nvidia Control Panel also allows a 'Global' choice of GPU. For example, Choosing integrated GPU for everything and then manually choosing which programs use the Nvidia GPU. Nvidia Control Panel should already be installed on your machine.

    Cheers.

    3 people found this answer helpful.
    0 comments
  3. Anonymous
    2022-06-15T06:25:00+00:00

    Methods may vary depending upon the computer manufacturer for those that do not modify the registry.

    Options may be located:

    a) BIOS

    b) Nvidia control panel

    c) Device manager

    These are methods for Dell and some HP computers:

    https://www.dell.com/support/kbdoc/en-us/000178995/configuring-nvidia-optimus-and-amd-switchable-graphics-for-high-performance-on-your-alienware-system#:~:text=Manually%20Configure%20Optimus&text=Right%20Click%20on%20your%20desktop,under%20the%20Global%20Settings%20tab

    https://support.hp.com/us-en/document/c03519217

    2 people found this answer helpful.
    0 comments
  4. Anonymous
    2022-06-15T05:45:26+00:00

    Sweet. I'll have to remember your solution in case I ever need to do the same. Cheers.

    0 comments
  5. Deleted

    This answer has been deleted due to a violation of our Code of Conduct. The answer was manually reported or identified through automated detection before action was taken. Please refer to our Code of Conduct for more information.

    Comments have been turned off. Learn more