Graphics cards, aka GPUs (Graphics Processing Units) are critical to game performance and we cover them extensively. But we don't often dive into what makes a GPU tick and how the cards function.

So what does a graphics card do exactly? If you have even a vague interest in 3D work, video production or gaming, you probably know that they're important and can make for a much more enjoyable ...

To make the graphics processor and, correspondingly, the entire graphics card work more efficiently and thus cooler, lower this value step by step from 100 to 80 to 60 percent.

Concerned about your graphics card's lifespan? Learn what factors affect GPU longevity and how to keep it running smoothly for years.

Graphics cards are one of the most important — and most expensive — components in a PC. How long do GPUs last? Find out in our guide to GPU endurance.

Since the original RTX series launched in 2018, its use of AI, upscaling and even generating entire artificial frames to boost frame rates has become a growing part of how its graphics cards work.

Want to have a better look at your GPU while you're gaming? Vertically mounting it is one solution. Here's how to do it.