No, high GPU usage isn't always a sign of something wrong; it depends on the situation and system load.
No, high GPU usage isn't always a sign of something wrong; it depends on the situation and system load.
I hope you're not asking the wrong question. I mainly play Destiny 2 and use a 1440p setup with a 3060ti graphics card (not overclocked). I’m trying to run the game at 120 or even 144fps, but I’m concerned about my GPU staying above 90% usage for too long. I keep playing, sometimes just a couple of hours, other times several hours in one session. The best temperatures I’ve recorded are around 65°C at 110fps on a very hot day. Is it normal to see this way, or should I stop worrying? I want to keep the card in good shape for another 2-3 years. Tyvm
It's perfectly fine. Don't stress too much. GPUs are built for full performance. The main concern is temperature, especially with a reading around 65°C which is normal. Around 85°C warrants extra attention. In the used mining card market, these components are often pushed to their limits without proper care—like missing thermal paste changes. That's why caution is important, not because they run at full power, but because overheating can cause early failure. For your setup, a 1060 at 1080p seems appropriate. Since you're likely running at 1440 and not lowering all settings, it makes sense the performance stays close to optimal. Could you share your complete system details? That would help identify any instability causes.
Many users report issues with the game’s frame rate being inconsistent. Observations show rapid jumps between 119 and 132 or even higher values. The performance seems poorly tuned overall. Most of my configurations are set to medium because it reduces strain for my vision (I have some unusual eye conditions). I understand what you’re saying about GPU usage. My 3060ti came directly from an EVGA source and wasn’t modified. I’m mainly concerned about long-term durability, especially after a previous experience with a 1070. Running at 9900kf Z390 Aorus Pro Corsair LX memory at 3000MHz with an 850W RXMX is stable on my PSU, aside from RAM if you factor in XMP settings. I’ve tested various drivers and tweaks, but the system remains unpredictable.
Well, it’s not really a major issue if there are visual effects happening on screen and the frames per second fluctuate between 119 and 150. In that kind of situation, the game seems to be using AI and player interactions effectively, plus background effects can cause FPS changes. If the game dropped from 150 to around 60 or 70 and then back up to 150 again, it might make sense. However, FPS alone doesn’t always show poor optimization—frame times are a better clue. Destiny 2 was one game I thought performed well, especially on my 780Ti at 2560x1440 resolution. A 3060Ti running at full settings is still solid, meaning the game makes the most of available resources. But if your CPU runs at 100% while GPU is at 100%, it could signal a bottleneck that developers want to avoid. Good luck!
The CPU performs well in the game, seldom reaching high usage percentages.