One of the reasons is because it’s convenient. Since HDMI is becoming the most used connector port for many audio and visual devices, it makes sense that graphic cards will have HDMI ports. This ensures you can connect your HDMI port to your monitor, projector, or TV screen with ease.
Why does a graphics card have HDMI?
Modern GPU cards, or graphics cards, support HDMI outputs. HDMI allow you to transfer an uncompressed, all-digital audio and video signal.
Why do graphics cards use DisplayPort instead of HDMI?
DisplayPort is quickly becoming the interface of choice because it delivers the highest resolution support, highest refresh rates and deeper color depth, ensuring nothing is missed. DisplayPort also allows users to drive multiple monitors through a single cable, creating an immersive experience without the clutter.
Do you need HDMI for graphics card?
If you are going to be buying a dedicated graphics card then you will want to use the HDMI port on that graphics card and completely ignore any ports on the motherboard.