AMD Dual Graphics - Does Crossfire with your Onboard Video Make Sense

AMD Dual Graphics is presented as a way to combine an onboard integrated GPU with a dedicated graphics card to boost gaming performance. The host uses an A10 7850K paired with an R7 250 to demonstrate how Dual Graphics can outperform both the discrete card alone and the onboard GPU when running modern titles at 1080p on high settings. The video covers practical testing on Far Cry 3 and BioShock Infinite, showing that the Dual Graphics setup provides a noticeable uplift in frame rates and in price-per-FPS compared to using only the discrete card. The presenter notes that AMD’s recommended configurations for this setup exist but aren’t exhaustively published for every possible pairing yet, suggesting future updates and more testing. Viewers are invited to propose additional configurations and price ranges to explore, with the goal of mapping out performance per dollar and identifying where dual graphics makes sense. The video closes with a call to action for comments, subscriptions, and forum participation, along with a light nod to apparel merchandise and sponsorships.

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