Performance drops further after upgrading the graphics card.
Performance drops further after upgrading the graphics card.
Hello, your GPU upgrade from the 1660 to the Asus 2060 worked fine in terms of installation. However, you're noticing that the new model is underperforming and running hotter than expected in all your games. It's possible you may have overlooked something during the driver setup. You mentioned using GeForce Experience and updating to driver 572.16, which is a good start. Since you haven't been actively using the PC recently, it's likely you might have forgotten some steps. Please double-check your settings and ensure everything is configured correctly. Let me know if you need further help!
Perform a complete driver update. Expect limited improvements from upgrading from a GTX 1660 to an RTX 2060.
The system feels warm but still manageable. Several factors could cause this temperature rise. Start with the fundamentals—perhaps a fresh restart or a quick refresh. Some components may be designed to run hotter and might benefit from a bit more airflow. If the GPU ever hits its maximum temperature threshold, it will lower its clock speed to prevent overheating, which can slightly impact performance. When the GPU is functioning normally, consider creating a custom fan profile to maintain temperatures around 70 degrees during heavy use, providing extra flexibility.
I adjusted the curve and it pushed fans to their limits while keeping temperatures around 80-83°C. There’s a small chance of damage if you repaste, so selling the card for its original cost might be wise. You might want to consider undervolting as an alternative option.
Perform the repaste correctly and everything should work. Also verify the cooler mounting pressure. Poor contact between the cooler and the chip will cause higher temperatures.