So what benefits does an APU provide, and why are they used in the first place?
This technology was originally known by AMD as Fusion.
There are numerous benefits to doing this, starting with improved performance.
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With the CPU and GPU on the same die, resources can be shared between the two.
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But APUs are not without their drawbacks.
AMD
The company also creates custom APUs for use in proprietary systems.
The company also produces the chip that powersValve’s handheld Steam Deck.
Your next notebook may use an APU or something very similar with Intel branding.
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