This means that if you’re playing on an older system or if you have a lower-end graphics card, you might experience some issues with Halo Infinite. But what do you do if the game isn’t using your GPU? Let’s find out, shall we?

Why is my game not using GPU?

If your graphics card is not working when you play a game, it is most likely due to one of the following reasons:

Your graphics card is outdated – If you haven’t updated your graphic drivers, you need to do so as soon as possible to keep things running smoothly. The graphics card is not powerful enough –  If this is the case, either upgrade your graphics card or lower your settings until you can get a playable framerate. Running an old game – If you’re playing an old game on a new OS, it is possible that it has not been optimized for the new features and lacks support. The game doesn’t support hardware acceleration – This means that it won’t use your graphics card or there will be low GPU usage. In such cases, you may find Halo Infinite using the CPU instead of the GPU. Incompatible graphics card – Most games only work with integrated GPUs, while others need a dedicated GPU. You may need to reset your GPU.

How can I fix Halo Infinite low GPU usage?

First things first, the basic checks:

Ensure your system meets Halo Infinite’s system requirements. Check that you’re running the game’s latest update. Ensure to check your PC’s temperature, and here’s what to do if your laptop is overheating, especially while gaming.

1. Set your graphic performance to high

2. Disable your integrated GPU

If you find that Halo Infinite is not using the dedicated GPU, it’s because your PC can’t detect the second GPU.

3. Update your graphics driver 

For non-tech-savvy users, you’ll be happy to know that there’s a simpler route to achieve the same results. A third-party tool that automatically does the job for you.

4. Update DirectX

If you’re using an old version of DirectX, it could be causing problems with your game. Since there’s no standalone package for DirectX, you’ll have to get it by updating your OS. This is a two-in-one deal, as you get to update both and solve the issue of an outdated OS and DirectX version. Disclaimer: this program needs to be upgraded from the free version in order to perform some specific actions.

5. Enable hardware acceleration

Hardware Acceleration is a feature that allows games to take advantage of your system’s dedicated graphics card, especially in cases where Halo Infinite is not using your GPU. This can make games look better, but it also makes them run smoother. SPONSORED You can find out more about hardware-accelerated GPU scheduling and when to enable or disable it in our detailed guide.

How do I change my graphics card in Halo Infinite?

You might be wondering why you need to use a dedicated GPU when your computer has an integrated graphics processor. That’s because IGP is designed to handle basic tasks like displaying windows, moving windows around, and playing videos.  However, it doesn’t have the horsepower to do more intensive stuff like video editing or playing games at high resolutions. This is where a secondary GPU comes in handy — it can handle these tasks much more efficiently than an IGP. The problem is that many games today require a lot of processing power, so they’ll only run on systems with dedicated graphics cards. This means if you want to play them, then you need to upgrade to a powerful GPU. In case Halo Infinite is also using too much CPU, we can help. You just have to check out our article for a guided fix. And that’s how we wrap up this article. Do let us know which solution came in handy in the comment section below.

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