Did I receive a faulty card?
Did I receive a faulty card?
I've noticed numerous users achieving clock speeds above 2050Mhz with the Strix GTX 1080 Advanced edition card, believing that was the standard. Recently, I acquired a similar model and found my own clocks and temperatures lagging behind others'. Despite using various overclocking software and drivers, consistent issues persist. When running a demanding 3D application for about ten minutes, my GPU clock stabilizes around 1800-1835Mhz while maintaining 79°C with 65% fan speed. Attempts to push the card further resulted in artifacts and crashes. The memory reaches approximately 10510, which is decent, but the card runs hotter than expected given its cooling capacity, and the GPU remained unaffected even when I increased the core clock. I was expecting a powerful card like this to handle higher temperatures and overclock more effectively than a Founders edition model, but it seems to be underperforming significantly. Should I consider returning this card? It appears unlikely they would approve of high heat or aggressive overclocking on an "Advanced" rated unit. I'm seeking opinions from the forum community to understand others' perspectives on this issue. Any insights would be highly valued!
Boost your fan speed and verify again. Keep in mind, not every part is made from silicon.
vitale.patel :
PuperHacker :
Boost your fan speed and verify again. Remember, not every part is a silicon lottery.
At full speed, I’m around 70-71°C. Feels a bit high for this cooler, right? Is that typical?
Given the amount of heat to release, it seems you should be okay. One possible reason could be the voltage. Those who hit such speeds usually boost it, which isn’t ideal.
If it goes above 88°C, return the card. But make sure it runs smoothly at default—check for any glitches or crashes.
After all, the seller promises the card will work at normal settings. The overclock margin is mostly luck.