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    GPU clock: High, Low?

    Discussion in 'Gaming (Software and Graphics Cards)' started by iamapato01, May 10, 2006.

  1. iamapato01

    iamapato01 Notebook Consultant

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    Hey guys I have a quick question regarding the clock speeds in my Acer 8204's X1600. It says:

    Core Clock in MHZ: 473
    Memory Clock in MHZ: 468
    I have no idea whether this is especially high or low, or right in the middle. Could someone fill me in?

    Also, since the only games I really play are Command and Conquer Generals and Americas Army, which run flawlessly on my desktop's Nvidia FX5200, lol, could I safely use ATI Tool to underclock the GPU so it doesnt get so hot when I'm playing these games.
    NHC says my processor gets to 61C when I play the games, but could the GPU heat be contributing to it? I dont want my laptop always running so hot, although apparently it's target CPU temp is 50C.
     
    iamapato01, May 10, 2006
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    iamapato01 Notebook Consultant

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    Anyone? A little reassurance
     
    iamapato01, May 11, 2006
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    USAFdude02 NBR Reviewer & Deity NBR Reviewer

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    I moved this to the Graphics card forum. You will get more responses here.

    I don't know about the clocks for that card, but I am sure someone will help out. :)
     
    USAFdude02, May 11, 2006
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  4. TwilightVampire

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    Those clocks are about normal. Its a little bit underclocked but not too much.

    It'll automatically underclock itself even more if you turn on powerplay and consume much less power and make far less heat.
     
    TwilightVampire, May 11, 2006
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    Notebook Solutions Company Representative NBR Reviewer

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    I also want to add that some manifactures underclock their videocard so it developes less heat (because their cooling solution isnt very good)...Acer may also have done that.

    Charlie-Peru :)
     
    Notebook Solutions, May 13, 2006
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