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A video card is a computer component that generates images to be displayed on a monitor by processing and converting data into signals the display can understand. It contains its own processor, the graphics processing unit (GPU), and dedicated memory (VRAM) to handle graphics-intensive tasks like gaming, video editing, and 3D modeling. Video cards can be dedicated (a separate circuit board) or integrated (built into the CPU).

Key components and function

Graphics Processing Unit (GPU): A processor specialized for handling image and video calculations, which takes the load off the main CPU.

Video RAM (VRAM): Dedicated memory for the GPU to store graphics data for quick access, separate from the main system RAM.

Function: Renders images, videos, and animations by converting data into signals your monitor can display, resulting in smoother and higher-quality visuals.