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Natzoo

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Sep 16, 2014
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So when im loading an app such as photoshop and games my mac's fans instantly start to go on max and its so loud and its get hot. While my friend loads something similar and his fans are quiet and barely running.


I use: Mid-2015 15" rMBP with dual graphics card
He uses: Mid-2015 15" rMBP with integrated graphics card
 
I use: Mid-2015 15" rMBP with dual graphics card
He uses: Mid-2015 15" rMBP with integrated graphics card
 
Your discrete GPU is way more powerful, and produces a lot more heat, than the integrated GPU. When apps that make heavy use of graphics start up, the dGPU starts up and your macbook starts sterilizing your genitals.
 
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