| Metric | Default Windows Driver | Optimized Driver Set | |--------|------------------------|----------------------| | CPU idle temp | 58°C | 48°C | | C-state C7 residency | 0% | 38% | | DPC latency (max) | 1240 µs | 340 µs | | Turbo Boost active | No | Yes (up to 3.06 GHz) | | Graphics stutter (YouTube 1080p) | Frequent | Rare |
, it is important to know that while the hardware can technically run the OS, it is considered "Legacy" and is no longer officially supported by Intel with dedicated Windows 10 drivers Driver Download & Installation Guide | Metric | Default Windows Driver | Optimized
If a driver installer fails, right-click the .exe , go to Properties > Compatibility , and select Windows 7 . 💡 Quick Tips for "Better" Performance right-click the .exe
Search for "Intel HD Graphics" and select the version for your specific OS architecture (likely 64-bit). go to Properties > Compatibility