New gaming PC built from scratch.
New gaming PC built from scratch.
Recently built a gaming PC (beginner) and experiencing random restarts during gameplay. Identified GPU temperature issue: Fortnite at Epic settings reached 84°C, reduced to Pro settings (lowered all options) and still peaked at 84°C; same issue occurred with CS:GO. Adequate airflow confirmed via hand test despite elevated temperatures. Cooling system consists of an AIO cooler and two case fans. Utilizing the latest Nvidia drivers. No GPU overclocking. Attempted a new power supply (550W instead of 650W). Build details: [https://pcpartpicker.com/list/TWbnQq]
It depends on the case and fan placement; the optimal setup isn't always straightforward.
The H500 is not an airflow-focused case – cooling ability is merely adequate. NZXT advertises this and its sibling cases for a negative pressure setup; adding front intake fans helps, but it’s weak compared to a strong top and rear exhaust due to the design of the front panel.
A 2060 running at 84°C indicates a poor cooler design.
120mm AIOs are a pointless product – they offer little benefit.
Locate your AIO. Prioritize intake over exhaust; increased intake allows cold air entry, and natural airflow will occur even without exhaust fans. For your configuration, install two intake fans facing forward, a single exhaust fan on top, and mount the AIO to the rear as an exhaust.
I have the AIO as an exhaust already; I will try switching the fans around. I took the side plate and aimed a box fan into it, and it is still running 75°C in the Fortnite lobby.
It depends on the case and fan placement; the optimal setup isn't always straightforward.
The H500 is not an airflow-focused case – cooling ability is merely adequate. NZXT advertises this and its sibling cases for a negative pressure setup; adding front intake fans helps, but it’s weak compared to a strong top and rear exhaust due to the design of the front panel.
A 2060 running at 84°C indicates a poor cooler design.
120mm AIOs are a pointless product – they have nothing going for them.
like the setup in my case is the bad cooling design or the GPU just doesn't Dissipate heat that that well. I also have the AIO as an exhaust and doesn't seem to be affecting the CPU temp. This is also the second GPU i have got from this company because the first one was bad out of the box.