Do I need a GPU for just basic usage?

[StevieP]

My mum's PC is on the way out and I'm thinking of building a new one for her from some bits and bobs I've got lying around - I've got a motherboard and a Ryzen 5 2600 and some RAM - so essentially I just need a case and a PSU to get it all up and running!

My question is, since there is a DVI connection on my motherboard, do I still need a GPU in order to get a signal to a monitor?

I've always had a dedicated GPU but she's not gaming by any stretch - it is just used for emails and YouTube etc!

Thanks for any advice! (apologies if this is a really stupid question!)

 

[Bluecube]

In this case, yes. The 2600 doesn’t have built in graphics capability.

 

[StevieP]

In this case, yes. The 2600 doesn’t have built in graphics capability.

Pretty much what I thought - thanks!