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    Gpu temperature.

    Discussion in 'Alienware 17 and M17x' started by hrp100, Jul 13, 2010.

  1. hrp100

    hrp100 Notebook Enthusiast

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    Hi guys I recently got my M17x-R2, and I was wondering are these normal gpu temperatures:

    At about 47% load I was at 58C.
    My cpu is at about 40C as well.

    I ask this because I heard many good things about Alienware's cooling system and that it usually never goes past 50C unless its on load. So I just want to confirm that everything is alright and if not should I call them to get a tech to fix it for me.



    ~Thank you.
     
    hrp100, Jul 13, 2010
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  2. alienwolf

    alienwolf Notebook Deity

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    Those temps are real good, your good to go :D
     
    alienwolf, Jul 13, 2010
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    hrp100 Notebook Enthusiast

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    Ok, thanks I also found it weird that the temp was 56C at idle and 58 at almost 50% load.
     
    hrp100, Jul 13, 2010
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    If you want to really stress the graphics, get Furmark.
     
    TurbodTalon, Jul 13, 2010
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  5. Lozz

    Lozz Top Overpriced Dell

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    there are a couple of reasons that explain that, it's normal regardless.
     
    Lozz, Jul 14, 2010
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