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GPU is delightfully cool; how can I change that?

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October 10, 2014 7:46:44 PM

I don't mind a loud computer. In fact, my case's fans are louder than my GPU's fans at full speed. So, I currently have not seen my Zotac GTX 770 4GB pass 64C, even at full load (BF4 maxed out, after a 45min match). I figured, why not OC a little since I have so much thermal headroom? I see the overclocking menu on ZOTAC FIRESTORM software, but I am not quite sure where to start. Any tips? Also, what will OC'ing do to the life of my card?

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October 10, 2014 8:10:40 PM

terry4536 said:
I would suggest downloading MSI Afterburner

http://www.guru3d.com/files-details/msi-afterburner-bet...

It generally involves increasing the voltage to the GPU core. It can reduce the lifetime of the card.


I have Zotac Firestorm, which offers a whole bunch of features; would you say that Afterburner would be easier to use?
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a b K Overclocking
October 10, 2014 8:17:11 PM

I am not familiar with the Zotac product. Afterburner is well regarded though.
October 10, 2014 9:19:49 PM

Evga Precision X is a relatively easier to use and highly regarded overclocking software.



Overclocking will lower the lifespan of your card. If you're staying within the safe zone of your cards capabilities, the lifespan is still going to last till your next upgrade. If you're going for a more extreme overclock, then there really isn't much telling on how long your card is going to last.

EDIT: Awesome resolution on my picture there :/ 
Here's one from google lol



Set your voltage on the right side. Fan speeds on the left which can be switched from auto to manual. Manual will pull out an easier and simple to use graph to set your own curves.

Easy flip on/off features for voltage overdive and prioritizing between meeting power targets or gpu temp targets.
a b K Overclocking
October 13, 2014 4:29:31 AM

Most gtx cards are voltage locked at the hardware level. So if you keep temps cool, you will not be lowering the life of the gpu.

Lower life span is a misconception in regards to overclocking. If done properly, there is very little to no in pack on the life of the component.

I have been overclocking everything in my systems for many many years and i have yet to kill a part. In fact I still have an i7 920 with a relatively high overclock for roughly five years, and it just seems not to care, and continues to chug right along.

all that being said, I also like afterburner. You can safely slide the power target and voltage all the way up. Then play around with the core and memory sliders until you're happy/stable. Keep in mind that your card has a thermal throttle point of around 70c. So you might want to create a custom fan curve if you're overclocking in order to keep the card lower than 70c. That insures a higher,more consistent boost state without as many frequency drops at load.
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