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    CPU/GPU temp monitor software

    Discussion in 'Alienware 14 and M14x' started by NerdsAreMyBrethren, May 17, 2011.

  1. NerdsAreMyBrethren

    NerdsAreMyBrethren Notebook Enthusiast

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    I see a bunch of people posting their framerates and the CPU/GPU temperatures.

    Doing a bit of googling around I found HWMontior, looks like a basic stand along software exe file but it doesn't show my GPU when i start it up.

    What is everyone using on their M14x's to monitor FPS, GPU/CPU temps?
     
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  2. mojorific

    mojorific Notebook Consultant

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    I know most are using fraps. Its pretty straightforward, and shows the FPS in the corner of the screen. I tested it out with Quake Live and it was pegged at 125 FPS with full everything.. lol figures.

    As for GPU/CPU - not really sure. I'd like to know myself.
     
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  3. Serephucus

    Serephucus Notebook Deity

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    If you want complete system monitoring, AIDA64 is excellent.

    If you're looking for a CPU/GPU temperature app, as well as framerates, download MSI's Afterburner application, then have a look in the settings, and enable framerate in the OSD.
     
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  4. NerdsAreMyBrethren

    NerdsAreMyBrethren Notebook Enthusiast

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    thanks that's exactly what i was looking for.

    is it safe to use this MSI product to overclock the GPU?
     
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    Of course. :) From what other people have getting, you should be able to ramp the core all the way up; the GPU usually still stays within temperatures margins.
     
    Serephucus, May 17, 2011
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