GPU Selection for WaterCooling
GPU Selection for WaterCooling
Hi everyone,
I'm new to watercooling and have watched many videos about GPU reviews recently.
If I want to watercool and overclock a GPU, does the brand or model still matter for performance?
For example, I read that Zotac AMP has good fan cooling, but its price is very high. Will there be a big difference if I choose a well-reviewed model for watercooling instead?
Should I opt for a cheaper GPU in this case?
Thanks.
Every GPU reacts uniquely. When you obtain the AMP, these usually come with a higher initial factory boost, allowing further increases if you apply custom BIOS settings.
I’m using an EVGA GTX 980ti SC ACX2.0 on water cooling. Its default overclock is around 1300 MHz. After running it under water at 1.27V, I reached a stable 1520 MHz. However, since the GPU shared the same loop as my CPU, my CPU temperatures rose significantly even when I reduced its overclock.
Upgrading to a better GPU would likely offer more performance gains, but you’ll need to manage the extra heat it generates.
Sorry if I didn’t explain everything clearly—I’m in school and writing this during breaks.
Every GPU reacts uniquely. When you obtain the AMP, these usually come with a higher initial factory boost, allowing further increases if you apply custom BIOS settings.
I’m using an EVGA GTX 980ti SC ACX2.0 on water cooling. Its default overclock is around 1300mhz. After running it under water at 1.27v, I reached a stable 1520mhz. However, since the GPU shared the same loop as my CPU, my CPU temperatures rose significantly even when I reduced its overclock.
Upgrading to a good GPU will likely offer better performance, but be prepared for more heat if you overvolt it.
Sorry if I didn’t explain everything clearly—I’m in school and writing this during breaks.
When choosing the GPU, ensure the selected card has a compatible waterblock—some versions don’t automatically match every block type. For custom PCB cards, full cover options are rarely available, but standard reference PCBs usually fit most reference GPU models.