GT 220 overclocking bug
GT 220 overclocking bug
I'm trying to overclock my GT 220 but it seems MSI Afterburner might be faulty or my GPU isn't allowing overclocking. The software works without issues, yet whenever I attempt to adjust the memory or core clocks, they accept the speeds and save without changes. The side clocks remain unchanged and unaffected by the progress bars in the middle. Temperatures stay steady around 405MHz and 324MHz. However, after about 30 seconds, the left side meter updates to the desired overclock speed but then reverts back to 405/324. I've tried updating the driver and using an older one, but nothing helps. The DDU display driver was removed, yet performance and temperatures remain normal. It appears MSI might be handling it correctly. Any advice would be appreciated? Thanks in advance!
Consider removing Afterburner and then reinstalling it. Also attempt to update the graphics driver once more. Obtain and install the graphics driver directly from the provided link. When updating, select Custom and the clean install option. Additionally, test with some of the earlier drivers. I have been using version 391.24 since last spring.
Consider removing Afterburner and then reinstalling it. Also attempt to update the graphics driver once more. Download and set up the graphics driver directly from the provided link. Use Custom with the clean install feature during updates. I've already tried these steps without success. I've also used the NVIDIA auto detect driver installer, but it didn't work initially. The 342.00 update also failed to install properly, though 342.01 was rejected for some reason. I've installed MSI Afterburner multiple times without any benefit. Are there other alternatives you recommend?
You might want to explore the EVGA overclock app.
https://www.evga.com/precisionxoc/
Alternatively, Asus Tweak 2 could be a good option. It seems simpler compared to the others.
You can explore the EVGA overclock app.
https://www.evga.com/precisionxoc/
Asus Tweak 2 might be a better option. It's simpler than the others.
I've just used the EVGA Overlocking program, though I found it difficult to download and set up. It doesn't seem to work.
I also tried Gigabyte OC Guru II, but it didn't help either.
The system needs a solution that utilizes the GPU for better power efficiency, possibly achieving around 600MHz clock speed. Consider using Nvidia BIOS tools like the Nvidia Bios Editor to test overclocking, though it may not be available in your current setup.
It's a GT, not GTX. A lot of them are locked. Even with heavy overclocking, you'd only get a 5% boost at the highest settings.
Consider a better second-hand card—something like 750, 650, 660, or 550. You can find a used 750 for about $50, and it would be five times faster.
https://www.ebay.com/sch/i.html?_from=R4...kw=GTX+650
http://gpu.userbenchmark.com/Compare/Nvi...162vsm7737
Zebarjadi.raouf shares his thoughts on the situation. He mentions it's a GT model, not GTX, and most units are locked. Even with heavy overclocking, you'd only see a 5% improvement at maximum. He suggests considering a better second-hand card, such as a 750, 650, 660, or 550, noting that a used 750 could cost around $50 and be five times faster. He provides a link to a comparison page and a benchmark result for the GTX 750 versus the GeForce GT-220. He also expresses his intention not to spend money right now but still has ideas about what GPU to purchase next, mentioning he recently stopped overclocking overall.