The GPU

You think you've found what kind of CPU you want but what about this GPU thing?  Why do I need a dedicated GPU?

What does a GPU do?

Basically, a GPU acts as a backup processor for when loads become extremely heavy on your CPU.  Usually GPU's are used for graphics intensive games to render the graphics correctly and without lag, but nowadays the GPU can also work alongside of the CPU to lift the load on multitasking.  This means that a GPU can be a powerful tool for those who work with a lot of graphics intensive programs like photographers and graphic designers.  Of course, it's not a perfect system. When in doubt, spend more money on a CPU, but GPU's can really create a smooth computing experience.

What one should I get?

There are a couple good graphics card makers, but the ones leading the industry are Nvidia and AMD.  Nvidia usually makes the best cards for gaming and are leading the way in the cards that can render virtual reality.  AMD, on the other, hand usually offers cheaper solutions to a dedicated graphics card and recently announced a $200 card that could render virtual reality.

The best cards are separate from the CPU and cost a lot more money, but many CPU manufacturers now include quite capable internal graphics cards with the CPU.  These are also great because you can have the internal card and the external as the motherboard will have places for both.  So when in doubt, I would say find a computer with an external graphics card, but once again if you're not expecting to take care of extremely heavy loads or play any games on your computer, then a GPU should be on the back of your list as most CPU's have a small one of their own.

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