GPU reaches high temperatures (70-80°C) while CPU remains within safe limits (40-50°C) during gameplay.
GPU reaches high temperatures (70-80°C) while CPU remains within safe limits (40-50°C) during gameplay.
SPECS: RX580 4GB - Ryzen 5 1600 3.20GHZ - 8 GB 2400Mhz RAM - 256 GB SSD My GPU gets hot after starting any game, regardless of intensity. For instance: during long sessions of RDR2 it maintains around 70°C. The issue persists with other titles too. Minecraft, Valheim, Hollow Knight, Assassin's Creed, etc. My CPU stays cool at about 8% usage while GPU runs between 60-98%. I’m puzzled by this behavior, as I have limited computer knowledge but suspect it’s unusual. I’ve seen some gameplay videos showing a noticeable boost in FPS compared to others with similar hardware (typically CPU-heavy titles). I’ve tried almost everything—cleaning, reinstalling, updating drivers, adjusting settings, checking cables, resetting the case for better airflow—but nothing resolved the problem.
I suspect it's more than just rising temperatures; clocks are dropping significantly, which impacts performance. Otherwise, it seems you're not dealing with overheating at 80°C during gaming. If you're facing thermal problems, a repaste would likely be required. Quite a coincidence—I just repasted my GPU moments ago. This is something most older graphics cards need.
It's understandable—RDR2 feels natural while Vanilla Minecraft doesn't. Also, struggling with low FPS on demanding games is a common issue for many players.