Overheating issue is very strong in this RTX 3070 ti model.
Overheating issue is very strong in this RTX 3070 ti model.
So, I'm having a HUGE problem with my GPU, even after buying a new, bigger case with waaaaay better fans/water-cooler/airflow, cannot find a solution...
Here's what I have 👇🏻
MB: X570 Aorus Elite (with updated bios)
CPU: Ryzen 7 5700x3D
GPU: RTX 3070ti (the main culprit for now)
RAM: 2x16gb 3200mhz
WC: Husky Icy Comet 360mm
Monitor: Samsung Odyssey G5 27" / Samsung 55" QLED as my second monitor
Like I said, I'm having a very annoying problem with my GPU. It is overheating A LOT. I've been playing games in 1440p on my TV, but now I got this new monitor, also in 1440p. My previous one, was an ASUS 144", while this one is 165". Even before the new monitor, my GPU temperature was skyrocketing to 85C easily on ANY game. After many days struggling, trying to find a solution, I found one! A guy, teaching how to undervolt the exact same GPU. So I did, and it worked like a charm! But now, the problem is back and sometimes worse... Yesterday was the first time it reached 92C, even with the undervolt. The next solution: cap the FPS to 60. Did it work? Absolutely!!! But... Because of the high refresh rate, even after capping the FPS, the game doesn't run smoothly. I can see a lot of stutter, even dropping frames here and there. I just don't know what else to do!
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Things I have done 👇🏻
1- Undervolt / Worked for a while, now it doesn't work as before.
2- Cap the FPS to 60 / Works as well, but with a lot of stutters and frame drops
3- Buying a new case / On another forum, someone suggested a new and better airflow. That's why I bought a bigger and better case. My previous one had 3 frontal fans, 1 in the back and 2 tops from the WC. Now I have 3 front/back, 3 at the bottom, 3 at the top (WC) and 1 back. It doesn't seem to have helped.
4- Buying a new PSU / again, on the same forum, people recommended a new PSU. My previous one was a 750w 80plus Bronze from 2019. Now I have a 850w 80plus Gold and guess what? Absolutely nothing changed.
5- Maxing all fans speed for a while BEFORE starting the game / also didn't change anything.
So, what other options do I have? I remember someone saying that for the 30 series, Samsung got the upper hand on making the thermal pads (something like that) because it was cheaper than the others, so that's why every 30 series cards heats a lot. But I don't know if that's true. I definitely don't have money to buy a new one, it would take me 3-4 months to get the money. And I can't imagine myself selling my GPU hoping the next person won't have the same heating problems as I do. Doesn't seem fair.
https://imgur.com/a/2DdRREp
What now? ☹️
My earlier unit was a 750w 80plus Bronze model from 2019. Now I own an 850w 80plus Gold. It would be useful to know the PSU you used before and the one you replaced later. Both Bronze and Gold are labeled with 80+ efficiency, but they don’t clearly indicate the quality of the internal components.
Additionally, could you clarify the space measurements? How far is the top of the case from what appears to be a basement ceiling? What’s the distance from the wall and back of the case? How far is the bottom of the case from the shelving? Speaking about the case itself, which model did you choose?
I’m also curious about the undervolt settings.
Currently, I have three fans front/back, three at the bottom, three at the top (WC), and one back. It hasn’t made a difference. Could you specify which fans are for intake and which are exhaust? Are the bottom fans reverse blade? What’s the ambient room temperature? Regarding the cooling solution, would you prefer something else like an Arctic Liquid Freezer III?
Lastly, have you performed a deep clean on the GPU? Replaced the thermal pads and paste with higher quality materials?
Your 3070ti is a factory overclocked component. You should anticipate it generating heat when under stress.
However, this is its intended behavior.
80c could serve as a suitable benchmark for a standard card.
85c seems to align with the specifications your card was built for.
Are the GPU fans operating at maximum capacity?
Is there any dust accumulation on the system?
The bottom case fans should function as intakes, ensuring adequate airflow to the GPU.
Increasing their speed will enhance cooling but may also raise noise levels.
Undervolting reduces performance but saves power.
If possible, consider resetting to the original settings.
PSU: I own a Corsair 750w, not a Husky Sledger 850W.
The photo comes from my bedroom, which is a small but spacious room. I constructed a mezzanino (I’m unsure if this term exists in English; I’m from Brazil), placing the case above my monitor. There’s a space near the top and behind the wall where I can reach it. I maintain these components weekly. However, the case wasn’t always present—it used to sit on top of my desk, which didn’t matter much.
Undervolt: I followed a 2-minute YouTube tutorial. The instructor advised checking the highest frequency, reducing the voltage by -250, locating the 900 point under the new curve, and shifting it back to its original frequency. Additionally, I set the value to +800 using MSI Afterburner.
FANS: The three fans at the bottom and the three on the back/side are blowing air inside the case. They’re all reversed (I verified this before purchasing). The one at the back is blowing air out of the case.
Regarding the cooling fan, the one you mentioned costs half the price of a similar model here. I simply couldn’t afford that.
My room gets a lot of sunlight during the day and stays warm afterward. Even with the open case and AC on, nothing changes. The GPU becomes very hot, especially when I touch the glass of the case—it’s just warm. Everything remains cool. If I don’t start a game with the undervolt setting, the temperature rises above 85°C (I use the NZXT app to monitor). Once I apply the undervolt profile, the temperature drops instantly to around 60°C. So I’m uncertain if the GPU is actually overheating or if the temperature measurement method isn’t accurate.
I never touched my GPU before because it’s the most expensive component and I’m always nervous about damaging it. I’ve never searched for a specialized service to do this. Would that help?
What is the temperature in the room? All cooling begins at this level and increases from there.
Does your space become warm during gaming?
Is the environment air-conditioned?
Is there a method for warm air to dissipate?
A monitor produces heat, which ascends.
This warm air is what your case cooling system addresses.
Can you find the monitor above or beside the case?
PSU: I own a Corsair 750w, not a Husky Sledger 850w.
I’m not very familiar with the Husky brand. I’d prefer a well-known brand with a solid build quality.
Regarding the water cooler, the one you referred to is significantly cheaper than what I have here. It’s unlikely I could have bought that one.
As for your cooling setup, you’re getting what you pay for. You’re also focusing on appearance rather than performance, at least according to the visuals and temperatures shown.
I could mention there’s a gap between the top and back wall quality.
You didn’t specify the distances I asked about. A baby hand isn’t the same size as an adult’s, right? If your intake is clogged and you’re reusing hot air, then those temperatures are likely affected. Hot air stays at the top, while cooler air stays at the bottom—so the floor should be providing the cooler air.
I've repeatedly adjusted CPUs, yet never worked with a GPU. If you're unsure about handling a high-end graphics card, get the proper thermal pads or paste, be careful. You risk worsening the situation or damaging the component. The only tweaks I've done on my RTX 3060 and 4070 involved MSI Afterburner, setting the power limit to 95%. Simple enough but effective for me until I upgraded my PSU from a TX850M to an MSI A1000G.
https://www.msi.com/Landing/afterburner/graphics-cards
I recently replaced the fans in my 7950X/4070 setup with Lian Li models and added three 120mm Noctua NF-A12x25 G2 units (two front inlets, one rear exhaust). The system now operates a few degrees cooler. The overall power draw is 430W. These fans spin at 1,800 RPM and move a significant amount of air (refer to the curves in the link). Not inexpensive, though. Quiet enough when running at full speed.
https://www.noctua.at/en/expertise/tech/...provements
My room stays warm, even in winter, and my GPU often exceeds 85°C. I keep the air conditioner running, but it doesn’t help much. Previously, my case was under the desk; now it’s above it. Still, temperatures remain high. I moved it to a higher position on my monitor, but the heat persists.
Husky is a top brand in Brazil, widely available locally. Regarding appearance, I’ve been experiencing this issue for a few months. I own this card since 2020. My previous case was smaller and caused worse problems. I don’t think that’s the cause now. All my components except the GPU are cooling adequately. My CPU never hit 70°C during intense gaming sessions.
The placement matters. I’m currently about 10cm from the wall and the same height on the ceiling. It might not sound ideal, but when the case was on the desk, it had enough space to breathe and the issue didn’t appear.
I’m not dismissing your advice, but I’m confused. Why is only my GPU getting hot? My CPU stays much cooler now because of the new cooling setup. I have a larger case with better fans (previously 4 C3tech fans at max speed of 1200) and the problem continues.
After adjusting the voltage, things returned to normal, but recently they’ve started again. Why? I’m not sure what caused it to disappear and then return. I haven’t made any changes.
By the way, I didn’t mention the model of my case or fans!
The 3070 Ti should display both GPU and hotspot temperatures. If the hotspot reaches 85C, it's not a concern, but if the GPU is overheating, it likely points to issues with the paste or pads on the video card. The quick rise in temperature supports that the problem relates to pads/paste.