GPU temp

[micker377]

Curious - I was playing with a new program, and it showed the temperature of my video card operating temperature.

GeForce 6200 LE hardware monitor

Temperature sensor 0 67°C (152°F) [0x43] (GPU Core)

Is this something to be concerned about?

 

[paparazi]

Not really....I don't have and specific numbers for you but what I can tell you is GPU's run a lot hotter that CPU's.
I remember a few years ago having the same shock/worries, the first time I saw a graphics card monitor. Since then I have noticed that these higher temps are normal for GPU's.
I must admit to wondering WHY...GPU's differ when compared to CPU's.
Mr Nvidia/ATI....any response?

Martin


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my heart it feels a broken beat
Touched soul and hurt lay wounded deep
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[Johnthephoneguy]

When my Nvidia 7950GX2 is idle the temp is usually 39C, when I am playing BF2 it is usually at 49C but mine has fans on it. So to me yours seem a little high. If you don't have a fan on it I would get one, if you do I would just check the airflow and make sure nothing is in the way, ie cables etc.

JohnThePhoneGuy

"If I can't fix it, it's not broke!

 

[wahnula]

This discussion shows most folks consider anything under 70C OK...but if you're worried about heat there are numerous after-market coolers...but a 6200? I don't think it's necessary to worry about.

Tony

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[micker377]

Thanks - I guess I'm O.K.! One less thing to worry about!

 

[kjv1611]

Yeah, if it DID buzz out, it wouldn't cost you a tank of gas to replace it.

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