Which monitor connector should I use? HDMI (not 2.1) or DisplayPort?

[JWBLue17]

Just bought an ROG computer. G15DK

Here are the important specs;

Computer: 

Processor

, AMD Ryzen™ 7 5700G Desktop Processor (8-core/16-thread, 20MB cache, up to 4.6 GHz max boost)

Graphics

NVIDIA® GeForce RTX™ 3050 8GB GDDR6 : 3x DP, 1x HDMI

Monitor:  ThinkVision P24h-10  Model: 61AEGAR3WW  2560x1440

I am not a gamer.  I would only use the computer for streaming Netflix and other sties.  If I disable in Windows the discrete GPU card  would that reduce fan noise?

If I did not disable the GPU, would I notice a difference in picture quality if I plug the HDMI (not 2.1) cable into the motherboard versus plugging the DP into the GPU?  No gaming.

 If I disable the card and use DisplayPort  into the GPU would I still be able to see my monitor?

I would rather not waste money on a DP cable if there won't be a difference in picture quality for what I am using the computer for.

[winstonkather]

Let's break down your situation and questions:

1. Should You Disable the Discrete GPU to Reduce Fan Noise?
If you disable the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3050 in Windows, your system will default to using the integrated graphics from the AMD Ryzen 7 5700G.

Pros: Less heat, reduced fan noise, and potentially lower power consumption.

Cons: You might lose some display quality and performance when streaming high-resolution content (like 4K HDR).

Since you’re not gaming and primarily using your PC for streaming, the integrated graphics should be sufficient. Disabling the GPU can indeed help reduce noise, especially if the RTX 3050’s fans are ramping up frequently.

I hope you liked it!

[nemen]

So if your monitor has speakers, hdmi is a 1 cable solution. Without speakers or external speakers, id go with display port. But it comes down to what connectors are on your monitor too. Check your monitor manual for the most optimal performance for your setup