Thermal issues on the EVGA GTX 1080 TI Hybrid SC2 continue even after reseating and with proper airflow.
Thermal issues on the EVGA GTX 1080 TI Hybrid SC2 continue even after reseating and with proper airflow.
Hello, I recently switched from an RX 6600 to a GTX 1080 Ti, as mentioned in my previous post. At first, the new card caused problems, so I eventually discarded it. My friend suggested I consider his old EVGA GTX 1080 TI Hybrid SC2, which had been sitting unused. Some people said PCIe bandwidth was limiting my older graphics card. Now, with this new card, I’m facing issues too. It didn’t work for a whole year before I installed it. Once it was in, it immediately throttled under heavy load, reaching temperatures between 89°C and 91°C. Currently, it’s running at around 57°C when idle—just on Chrome with minimal tabs open, Discord, Steam, and Task Manager. The GPU is still functioning, though I’m concerned about the heat. I cleaned it before receiving it, and my case has good airflow. Other GPUs are performing normally, and I recently updated the drivers. I still have funds from my old RX 6600, so this isn’t a huge loss if the card fails soon. The radiator is properly mounted and plugged in, and I’ve experimented with fan settings without success. Here are my current specs: AMD Ryzen 2600 B350M PRO-VD PLUS, 16GB Corsair LPX 3200 RAM, 600W PSU, 1TB SATA SSD, another 1TB SATA HDD.
I suspect the liquid cooler isn't working properly or is blocked. If the fans are spinning fast at 90°C, that's probably the problem. The safest approach is to identify the PCB used by the card and look for a suitable air cooler or waterblock if you plan to build one yourself.
You wouldn’t need to disassemble the GPU again if you already have the right resources. There are alternatives available to help you understand the issue without taking it apart.
The 1080Ti was released in May 2016, and those AIOS models have been around for about seven years. Most of them are nearing the end of their lifespan, typically surviving only 3 to 5 years before they stop working. It seems they're likely reaching the point where AIOs are dying out.
It seems most probable, though it would be nice to confirm. The pump should be located in the GPU near the exit hoses. Listen for any unusual sounds besides a soft gurgling and pump noise.
i'm not sure about the next steps, but i think i'll go with air cooling for easier setup and i'll use a paint mount for the aio in my situation.
you could try searching for compatible 1080ti air fan coolers. sometimes they list requirements or recommendations that help you match your card. it’s possible you just need a cooler that fits your specific model, rather than a generic one. checking reviews and compatibility guides can guide you better.