Concerns about hardware deterioration
Concerns about hardware deterioration
I have a query. I am an amateur cpu builder and have never tried overclocking before, so I’m still learning.
Right now I have
Asus hero vii
I7 4790k proc
32gb corsair vengeance ram 1600mhz
1tb hd mirror
250gb ssd sam
thermaltake 850bronze psu
asus 780ti dc2 oc
And a corsair intercooler on the proc.
I assembled this build in early 2014 and it performed well. It was reasonably fast back then, but now it’s time to start replacing components. I’m planning to install a new vid card.
I’m considering an asus 1080ti fe for modding, waterblocking, and OC, but I’ve also thought about the asus 1080 strix and adding water blocking. My idea is that power consumption is what limits the 1080ti fe, and why would you recommend modifying the stints to push it further? I’m wondering what leads to cards wearing out early after modding if they’re water-blocked—keeping the processor, VRM, and VRAM cool is key. That’s essentially my question.
I still have a lot to learn about OC, especially clock boost and how to determine the right voltage settings. I won’t try any forum discussions until I fully understand what’s happening during my modifications and how to handle the calculations.
I can suggest the strix 1080. It stays cool and is a solid OC choice. I haven't seen a game it couldn't handle. The 1080ti's are really fast, so it's a question of whether you want to spend 700 bucks on a card. Mine came in at 540.00 on sale a while back before the 1080ti's took over. I bet you can find one for even less now... (though video cards have gone back to normal prices).
Adam
All components depend on voltage. The greater the voltage, the hotter the VRM becomes. I recommend purchasing a GTX1080ti and using it as-is. Keep your water cooling investment for a second SLI. With video cards, the company has already been pushing them hard. You're really better off just adding more cards.
Even when you manage your temperature well, the increased voltage accelerates the formation of charge traps and degrades the insulation between gates, leading to eventual chip failure. It’s likely you’ll need higher voltage at the same frequency to maintain stability due to trapped electrons, and eventually the charge traps will lower the stable voltage level. In simple terms, the insulating layer between processor transistors loses its effectiveness because electrons become trapped while moving, creating charge traps that reduce stability. Components like VRMs also suffer, further affecting voltage consistency. For deeper insights, refer to the paper by J. Keane and C. H. Kim titled "An odometer for CPUs" published in IEEE Spectrum.
I'm sorry, Danielthegreate. It seems you were reading on your phone while voting, and your comment was rejected. In simple terms, the issue is related to internal friction from trapped electrons caused by voltage. Aggressive cooling does slow down the process.
Operator86 :
I understand Danielthegreate was checking my phone while voting on accident. In simple terms, it seems to be due to internal friction from trapped electrons because of voltage. Does aggressive cooling really slow down this process? Yes, trapped electrons (HCI) that lead to charge buildup in the dielectric are connected to the current through transistors. Charge traps or oxide breakdown caused by voltage will eventually wear out contacts. The degradation follows a power law over time and an exponential relationship with temperature and voltage. However, aggressive cooling doesn't eliminate the impact of higher voltage; the chip will still degrade faster because of the extra voltage. Cooling mainly reduces temperature effects, but voltage and current degradation continue to increase exponentially.
I can suggest the strix 1080. It stays cool and is a solid OC choice. I haven't seen a game it couldn't handle. The 1080ti's are really fast, so it's a question of whether you want to spend 700 bucks on a card. Mine came in at 540.00 on sale a while back before the 1080ti's took over. I bet you can find one for even less now... (though video cards have gone back to normal prices).
Adam
I can suggest the Strix 1080. It keeps running smoothly and is a solid choice for OC. I haven't encountered a game it couldn't handle. The 1080ti models are actually quite fast, so it's mainly about whether you're willing to spend around 700 dollars on a card. Mine came in at 540.00 during a sale a while ago before the 1080ti models became popular. I think you can find one for even less now... (though video cards have gone back to normal pricing).
Adam