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    Can the GPU therm reading be wrong?

    Discussion in 'Gaming (Software and Graphics Cards)' started by frunmasterx, Feb 4, 2012.

  1. frunmasterx

    frunmasterx Newbie

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    Hi guys!

    I was just wondering if the GPU therm reading can be wrong or is it always ok? the thing is that I have a gtx 580m and when I reinstalled windows I got on average 10°C less. Before the Windows re-install I was having 96°C on 99% GPU usage. Now, I am having about 83°C on 99% Usage

    I am using several software to test this, EVGA Precision, HWmonitor, Thermspy and they all give the same reading. Is this reading always correct? Thank you :D
     
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    rschauby Superfluously Redundant

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    Drivers and settings have always had a large affect on operating temperature. I'm not sure what your setup was before, but I wouldn't be surprised if things go down by 10* from a different driver.
     
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    frunmasterx Newbie

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    The thing is that the driver is the same o_O

    I can't think of something that would cause that difference. But, is it safe to say that this new reading is accurate?
     
    frunmasterx, Feb 4, 2012
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    Kevin Egregious

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    Reinstalling your OS and drivers would not be able to cause the thermal sensors to malfunction.

    For whatever mysterious reason, it's running cooler now. Just enjoy it.
     
    Kevin, Feb 4, 2012
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  5. frunmasterx

    frunmasterx Newbie

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    That's awesome :D

    I actually have the same laptop as you do, only that I have a gtx 580m.

    Thanks a lot :D
     
    frunmasterx, Feb 4, 2012
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