There is a problem with the GPU making overheating sounds when it starts up.
There is a problem with the GPU making overheating sounds when it starts up.
My GTX 1660 SUPER (ASUS TUF 6GB) produces an "overheating" sound when starting up, even though it’s not near any heat sources. It will randomly emit the noise and then restart the whole system. I’ve owned this GPU for three years and recently replaced my motherboard and CPU, but the issue persists even after switching to older components. Please help me.
Update your post with complete details about the system's hardware and operating system.
Power supply unit: make, model, wattage, age, condition (original to new, refurbished, used? Any record of intense gaming sessions?).
Storage devices: type, manufacturer, storage size, current usage level.
Describe the overheating noise in more detail—when does it start, how long does it last, and is it constant or changing over time? Can you locate the source of the sound?
CPU is a RYZEN 4600G operating at 4.2ghz normally.
GPU is an 16606G SUPER model.
RAM is 2400mhz, though it's about 5-6 years old.
MOBO is an ASUS PRIME A520M.
Storage includes a 2TB HDD, 480 SSD (OS installed on Windows 11, SSD is new), and a 120GB M.2 SSD.
Power supply is a TT 700W unit, recently installed.
The "overheating noise" resembles fans spinning at full speed before the system restarts. The sound remains steady during every start or reset. This noise originates from the GPU.
Based on the description, it might indicate a thermal shutdown. A 3-year-old GPU could require a new application.
So i need to apply thermal paste to my GPU? I'm trying to do that. I didn't mention it in the original post, but sometimes my video stops working together with audio and I have to restart. Do you think that's also the reason?
My old RX580 increases its fans right after powering on the PC. They stay at full speed until the Windows desktop shows up. This is completely normal for this machine.
The GPU BIOS checks the fans during startup to verify they reach maximum speed (maybe a calibration step). After that, fan speed depends on chip and RAM temperatures.