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    Temparature Accuracy

    Discussion in 'Gaming (Software and Graphics Cards)' started by Scott James, Aug 13, 2008.

  1. Scott James

    Scott James Newbie

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    Hello,


    I was wondering which of these two programs gives the correct temp reading for the GPU. I am getting a 10 degree difference between GPU-Z and NV monitor. GPU is giving me the lower reading on my x305-q701.

    Thanks in advance,
    Scott
     
    Scott James, Aug 13, 2008
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  2. TonyZ

    TonyZ Notebook Evangelist

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    Try HWMonitor and see what you get with that.
     
    TonyZ, Aug 13, 2008
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    carthikv12 Notebook Evangelist

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    hey scott

    The lower temp u see is basically a direct sensor reading from the gpu... the higher temp is a more accurate temp of the 'gpu core' which is attained by adding a value determined by the gpu maker... in fact the software showing u the lower temp will most likely say only 'gpu' whereas the one with a higher temp will say 'gpu core'.
     
    carthikv12, Aug 14, 2008
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    I've used multiple programs that state gpu core temp.

    They still aren't accurate. I'll never understand why 2 similar programs using the exact same sensor can't get the correct temperature.

    It's like every temp program designer has their own take on how to measure a thermometer. You would think it's as straightforward as "sensor says 50C", "temp is 50C".

    Very odd and very irratating.
     
    kermit1979, Aug 14, 2008
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