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Check if it's safe to boost your prebuilt PC's graphics card speed.

Check if it's safe to boost your prebuilt PC's graphics card speed.

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RK_Hecoo
Junior Member
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04-16-2017, 11:14 PM
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I recently purchased this new HP 580-023w about a month ago for around $550, and it offers solid gaming performance. I'm curious if it's safe to increase the GPU and fan speeds or power settings, knowing I can't overclock the CPU. I don’t want to risk damaging the system, since I treat my PC like a small child. Here are my specifications: CPU – Intel Core i5-7400 @ 3.00GHZ, GPU – nVida GTX 1060 3GB, Storage – 1TB HDD, RAM – 8GB DDR4. Thank you for your help.
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RK_Hecoo
04-16-2017, 11:14 PM #1

I recently purchased this new HP 580-023w about a month ago for around $550, and it offers solid gaming performance. I'm curious if it's safe to increase the GPU and fan speeds or power settings, knowing I can't overclock the CPU. I don’t want to risk damaging the system, since I treat my PC like a small child. Here are my specifications: CPU – Intel Core i5-7400 @ 3.00GHZ, GPU – nVida GTX 1060 3GB, Storage – 1TB HDD, RAM – 8GB DDR4. Thank you for your help.

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HellNether
Senior Member
731
04-17-2017, 04:23 AM
#2
I don't recommend increasing any component's speed in that system, the power source isn't sufficient.
You can buy a reliable power supply, fit it in, and you'll be able to boost performance safely.
Currently, a decent GPU will cost approximately $75 U.S.
If you choose to get a power supply, check its dimensions—width, depth, and height—and see if your case provides enough space.
Here are some options you can consider. jonnyGURU.com offers the top power supply reviews; follow their suggestions.
https://www.newegg.com/Product/ProductLi...ageSize=36
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HellNether
04-17-2017, 04:23 AM #2

I don't recommend increasing any component's speed in that system, the power source isn't sufficient.
You can buy a reliable power supply, fit it in, and you'll be able to boost performance safely.
Currently, a decent GPU will cost approximately $75 U.S.
If you choose to get a power supply, check its dimensions—width, depth, and height—and see if your case provides enough space.
Here are some options you can consider. jonnyGURU.com offers the top power supply reviews; follow their suggestions.
https://www.newegg.com/Product/ProductLi...ageSize=36

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LorrenK
Senior Member
703
04-17-2017, 01:05 PM
#3
Just like with any other units, the same considerations apply. Power, temperatures, cooling are the same as for the shelf parts. Make sure to identify the specific GPU present.
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LorrenK
04-17-2017, 01:05 PM #3

Just like with any other units, the same considerations apply. Power, temperatures, cooling are the same as for the shelf parts. Make sure to identify the specific GPU present.

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Saricck
Member
103
04-17-2017, 06:20 PM
#4
I don't recommend increasing any component's speed in that system, the power source isn't sufficient.
You can buy a reliable power supply, fit it in, and you'll be able to boost performance safely.
Currently, a decent GPU will cost approximately $75 U.S.
If you choose to get a power supply, check its dimensions—width, depth, and height—and see if your case provides enough space.
Here are some options you can consider: jonnyGURU.com offers the top-rated reviews, so pick one recommended by them.
https://www.newegg.com/Product/ProductLi...ageSize=36
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Saricck
04-17-2017, 06:20 PM #4

I don't recommend increasing any component's speed in that system, the power source isn't sufficient.
You can buy a reliable power supply, fit it in, and you'll be able to boost performance safely.
Currently, a decent GPU will cost approximately $75 U.S.
If you choose to get a power supply, check its dimensions—width, depth, and height—and see if your case provides enough space.
Here are some options you can consider: jonnyGURU.com offers the top-rated reviews, so pick one recommended by them.
https://www.newegg.com/Product/ProductLi...ageSize=36