Only a single thermometer is displayed in HWiNFO. What temperature are you seeing? (screenshot attached)
Only a single thermometer is displayed in HWiNFO. What temperature are you seeing? (screenshot attached)
The R9 380 model is a Gigabyte GV-R938G1 GAMING-4GD.
Already overclocked, I’m quite content with the outcomes, but checking HWiNFO later made me notice only one temperature display, marked "GPU Thermal Diode" (screenshot). Based on these clues, it might show readings from just the GPU itself, possibly around 61ºC during full load.
I’m wondering how to confirm whether this is just the GPU core and not the VRMs overheating.
Help or advice would be greatly appreciated.
The GPU core temperature is the issue. It seems few GPUs come with several temperature sensors in the package. Other models might include extra thermometers for the VRMs or possibly the VRAM. To monitor VRM temperatures, you'd typically need an IR thermometer.
The GPU core temperature is the issue. It seems few GPUs come with several temperature sensors in the package. Other devices might include extra thermometers for the VRMs or possibly the VRAM. To monitor VRM temperatures, you'd likely need an IR thermometer.
TJ Hooker:
The issue is about the GPU core temperature. I believe few GPUs currently have multiple sensors on the die. Some might include extra thermometers for VRMs or VRAM. To check VRM temperatures you'd typically need an IR thermometer. I don’t own one, nor can I afford it right now. However, I do have a physical thermal sensor that came with an old case, and I can place it wherever I want. Since your message reminded me of having that one, I’ll go with it as the answer. Thanks!