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2024-09-05 16:41:36

Integrated GPU uses maximum power consumption.

So everytime I play different games, my iGPU consumes 45 watts (its maximum consumption) and my dedicated GPU also uses all its power. My question is: can I somehow stop the iGPU from consuming so much power? I've tried: prioritising the dGPU from Graphics settings and from nvidia control panel - Manage 3D settings - Program Settings. Laptop is a lenovo Ideapad Gaming 3 16ARH7. (CPU - ryzen 5 6600h, iGPU - AMD RadeonT 660M, dGPU - nvidia RTX 3050 4GB). Any suggestions would be much appreciated. 

 

 

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2024-09-09 14:47:38

Re:Integrated GPU uses maximum power consumption.

Hi Alexzz_30,

You're welcome. Given the constraints you've mentioned, here are a few additional suggestions:

  1. Hybrid Mode: Since your BIOS only offers Hybrid Mode and prioritizing the iGPU, try using Hybrid Mode if you haven't already. This might help balance the load between the iGPU and dGPU more effectively.

  2. Registry Tweak for Power Plans: You can try enabling the Ultimate Performance power plan via a registry tweak. Open Command Prompt as an administrator and run the following command: shell powercfg -duplicatescheme e9a42b02-d5df-448d-aa00-03f14749eb61 This should add the Ultimate Performance plan to your power options.

  3. Lenovo Vantage Custom Settings: Double-check the Lenovo Vantage app for any custom power settings that might help reduce the iGPU's power consumption.

  4. Windows Graphics Settings: Go to Settings > System > Display > Graphics settings and ensure that your games are set to use the high-performance GPU (dGPU).

If these steps don't resolve the issue, it might be worth reaching out to Lenovo Support for further assistance.

Best regards,
Dex_Lenovo

Lenovo Vantage | Lenovo Support

   
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Integrated GPU uses maximum power consumption.

2024-09-06 13:45:55

Re:Integrated GPU uses maximum power consumption.

Hi Alexzz_30,

Sorry to read that your GPU uses maximum power consumption. It sounds like you're experiencing an issue with your iGPU consuming maximum power even when your dGPU is prioritized. Here are a few suggestions that might help:

  1. BIOS Settings: Check your BIOS settings to see if there's an option to disable the iGPU or set the dGPU as the primary graphics processor.
  2. Lenovo Vantage: Use the Lenovo Vantage app to manage power settings and ensure your system is optimized for gaming.
  3. Driver Updates: Ensure that both your iGPU and dGPU drivers are up to date. You can find the latest drivers on the Lenovo Support website.
  4. Power Management: Adjust the power management settings in Windows to favor performance over power saving, which might help in reducing the power consumption of the iGPU.

Best regards,
Dex_Lenovo

 

   
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2024-09-06 17:38:33

Re:Integrated GPU uses maximum power consumption.

Hello. Thanks for answering.
1. In BIOS I only have the options: hybrid mode and prioritise the iGPU.
2. I have the app and I've done everything to optimize for gaming.
3. Both drivers are up to date
4. In power plan, unfortunately, I only have the Balanced power option. From what I've heard, it's mainly because the laptop has Modern Standby/S0 Low Power Idle, so I can't change it to Ultimate Performance or other power plans.

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2024-09-09 14:47:38

Re:Integrated GPU uses maximum power consumption.

Hi Alexzz_30,

You're welcome. Given the constraints you've mentioned, here are a few additional suggestions:

  1. Hybrid Mode: Since your BIOS only offers Hybrid Mode and prioritizing the iGPU, try using Hybrid Mode if you haven't already. This might help balance the load between the iGPU and dGPU more effectively.

  2. Registry Tweak for Power Plans: You can try enabling the Ultimate Performance power plan via a registry tweak. Open Command Prompt as an administrator and run the following command: shell powercfg -duplicatescheme e9a42b02-d5df-448d-aa00-03f14749eb61 This should add the Ultimate Performance plan to your power options.

  3. Lenovo Vantage Custom Settings: Double-check the Lenovo Vantage app for any custom power settings that might help reduce the iGPU's power consumption.

  4. Windows Graphics Settings: Go to Settings > System > Display > Graphics settings and ensure that your games are set to use the high-performance GPU (dGPU).

If these steps don't resolve the issue, it might be worth reaching out to Lenovo Support for further assistance.

Best regards,
Dex_Lenovo

Lenovo Vantage | Lenovo Support

   
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