Published 23rd May 2022, updated 9th Jan 2024 ·
3 minute read
Unlike trying to stress a CPU out, GPUs are a fair bit easier to put under load, but it is for certain difficult to give it a repeatable and consistent workload... so, enter GPU stress testing!
Note: Generally speaking, when running benchmarks that provide a score/ranking, you w …
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Published 2nd Mar 2022, updated 7th May 2024 ·
4 minute read
While we certainly attempt to have your system's drivers relatively up to date, and your system should also aim to keep you all the way updated when connected to an internet connection, sometimes you might have to get the very latest drivers yourself. The best place to get them? …
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Published 18th Feb 2022, updated 17th Sep 2026 ·
4 minute read
Tools required: Philips head screwdriver.
Identifying Your GPU power cable type
Modern graphics cards generally use one of two power connector standards:
Traditional PCIe power connector(s): 6-pin / 8-pin / 6+2 pin
Found on most AMD Radeon graphics cards, older Nvidia G …
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Published 28th Jan 2022, updated 25th May 2022 ·
2 minute read
Monitoring your graphics card (also known as GPU or video card) temperatures during critical operations can help prevent damage and identify possible problems. Windows doesn’t include a thorough GPU temperature monitoring tool (unless you're happy with Task Manager's Perfor …
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Published 28th Jan 2022, updated 19th May 2023 ·
5 minute read
According to Nvidia, the standard operating temperature range of a graphics processing unit (GPU) is 104°F to 194°F (40°C to 90°C). If your room temperature is 68°F (20°C), your GPU should always be feeling warm or hot at any given time. However, your GPU …
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Published 27th Jan 2022, updated 26th May 2022 ·
4 minute read
Graphics card not detected
Graphics Card, Video Card, or GPU not being detected is a common problem that plagues many users around the world on occasion. It is a very annoying issue in which your graphics card is not detected during the boot process or your GPU is not detected o …
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