Tips for managing high idle temperatures
Tips for managing high idle temperatures
Hi
I've noticed these past few days that my GPU fan has been getting a bit noisier than is normal. At first, I thought it was the CPU. It's currently sitting around at 65-70 degrees idle and has even gone up to 80 degrees when the fan has kicked in. There's even a slight stutter I've noticed, when using the PC with normal every day use.
I'm not sure if my card is on its way out...? I'm using an MSI GTX 1080. Been using it for the past 8 years, so will be looking at an update soon. Of course, it would be a shame if it starts packing up when I was hoping to sell it and put the money towards a new one.
I've blasted the inside of the PC and card with compressed air and completely uninstalled the drivers and installed the latest ones. I was wondering if there's anything else I could try? I do have some thermal paste, but I've never attempted removing any GPU fans and heatsink before.
These are the readings from GPU-Z:
https://imgur.com/a/8ttqsqu
https://imgur.com/a/A3o4Gsb
I've blasted the inside of the PC and card with compressed air and completely uninstalled the drivers and installed the latest ones. I was wondering if there's anything else I could try? I do have some thermal paste, but I've never attempted removing any GPU fans and heatsink before.
If that's all you did across 8 years, I'd advise tearing down the GPU and performing a deep clean of the GPU. While you're here, you can replace the thermal paste and pads for something higher in quality. YouTube is your friend here. What is the model for your MSI branded GTX 1080?
Include the make and model of your case and how your fans are setup inside said case. Have you set a custom fan curve for all your fans when idling?
What you refer to as a model is the specific configuration and components of your setup. I'm using a Corsair CC-9011063-WW 780T case with three front fans, an exhaust at the back, and a radiator for my CPU water cooler. The Arctic Liquid Freezer III 360 A-RGB is mounted there, and I'm connected to a Corsair RM1000e power supply. There are no custom fans when idling, so what tool would be most suitable for this?
Stutter is likely caused by thermal throttling. The heatsink uses more than just thermal paste; it also requires thermal pads on the VRAM and other components, which need matching thickness for replacements. It shouldn't be difficult to find a YouTube 1080 teardown and re-paste guide. However, it's not just about repasting—it also involves repadding. Opening the card and refreshing thermal solutions might signal the beginning of the card's decline. Since you're likely more than five years past the warranty, any guess is probably accurate. The warranty only reassures you that the manufacturer stands behind it for a certain period. It's better to view any product with a warranty as merely purchasing coverage for a set time, rather than seeing it as added value. Nvidia is also reducing support for older series in upcoming driver updates, which suggests future compatibility may drop. So, only those who stick with older games will remain in the market. Most of them probably avoid buying used GPUs, and without a warranty, it's risky—like the movie where someone jokes about heating up a mountain after a crash and then burning it down. The high price of used GPUs pushes them out of the market anyway. Repasting won't be a major selling advantage.
You're asking about the meaning of "model" in this context, and you're also discussing MSI's brand, GTX 1080 GPU, and fan customization. The text mentions MSI Afterburner as a potential tool, but notes limitations with degraded thermal paste and pads.
It's rare to hear 'model' in that context, aside from mentioning the manufacturer and the GPU chip. Unless you mean something like 'Gaming X 8GB'...?
Thanks for the tip. I'll need to do a thorough cleaning and adjust the pads.
Can't recall encountering 'model' in the context of a GPU, aside from manufacturer and chip details. Unless you mean 'Gaming X 8GB'...?
Check the link: https://pcpartpicker.com/products/video-...m=27&c=367
Observe the listings feature GTX 1080 cards with 8GB VRAM, but variations in models and SKUs appear. Differences could exist in power delivery parts and thermal pad thickness. Use your card's model to locate a disassembly video on YouTube or share it here if needed.
Ahh, I understand now. Indeed, it's the Gaming 8G model. I've seen a YouTube video and the steps seem pretty clear. I'll have to check it out when I return from my holiday. I'm going away soon, so I don't think I should rush into fixing it just yet. Also, I'll likely need to find replacement thermal pads.
As a side note, the temperatures and fans have started again. Right now it's 82.8 degrees, with a hotspot at 93.5 degrees. The fan speed is at 81%.
I also noticed those in the video I watched. I’ll make sure to arrange the screws in the same sequence they’re removed, which is something I haven’t done before and often causes confusion. Right now, I’m just looking for a reliable source for thermal pads if I need them.