[HELP] Video card temperatures

[SeanCPP]

http://microcenter.com/single_product_results.phtml?product_id=0305902 <- this is my card


I get 70-80 degrees celcius when playing world of warcraft; 50-60 when idling.
Can anyone tell me if 70-80 C is too hot? Or is it safe?


PLEASE REPLY!!!

 

[hunter315]

Generally GPUs run hotter than CPUs, 80-90 is usually considered to still be in the safe range. Considering it is a passively cooled GPU i wouldnt consider that too bad either. That is almost certainly within its safe range but you may want to consider improving airflow in your case to reduce its idle temperature a bit because that does seem a bit high so i imagine your case is sitting around 40C.

 

[FallenSniper]

Those temps are safe. It might be too hot to touch, but you don't have to worry about it burning up or anything ^_^

 

[EXT64]

That should be ok, I know it would be for ATI cards. But if you are worried, make sure airflow is good in your case and dust buildup isn't too much. You could also add a fan blowing over it, but really that would probably be overkill.

 

[hundredislandsboy]

Yeah, those idle and load temps are fine for that GPU. You'll know if you've reached overheating thresholds if you start getting artifacts and then freezes.