EVGA GeForce GTX 480 (Fermi) 1536MB Video Card - $210 Shipped Newegg

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1. The extra heat these cards produce increases ambient temperature, making cooling tougher.
2. The extra power used may cost enough in places with expensive power to make another card a better alternative.
3. The heat these cards produce will heat up other components in the computer, and possibly lead to stress.

If your PSU doesn't meet the minimum specs, then you're going to have to buy another one.

Quote from expansionist : Almost every reference, air-cooled GTX 570 and GTX 580 will reach mid-high 80's C during load. This is confirmed by major manufacturers like eVGA. The reference 6950 and 6970 are pretty much the same story: http://www.techpowerup.com/review...GB/25.html Anything at or below 90'C is more than acceptable for a high-end card. Nothing is wrong if your card hits these temperatures. Please stop spreading misinformation.

Interesting read, but like I said... "The reason why I'm guessing you believe that your GTX 480 is silent and I wouldn't is b/c your fan speed is way too low for my liking. I would probably have ramped it up to prolong the life of the card. "

I said people would wonder what is wrong with their cards because they believe 85C is too high. By people, I mean members from different forums I frequent. If these cards are using their auto fan profile settings, then it is possible that the temperature reaches 85C. However, I believe most enthusiasts ramp up their fans to keep their temperatures around 75C or below.

These are just links I pulled up on the first page of Google for the search terms "GTX 580 temperature".

http://forums.nvidia.com/index.ph...pic=224484
http://forums.nvidia.com/index.ph...pic=223295
http://www.evga.com/forums/tm.asp...34&mpage=1
http://forums.nvidia.com/index.ph...pic=188169
http://www.evga.com/forums/tm.asp...50&mpage=1
http://www.overclock.net/t/121103...ature/0_50


I'm not trying to spread misinformation. I'm just letting people know my opinion as to why some may think their GTX 480 is silent. So, I guess what I"m trying to say is that the GTX 480 could be "quiet" if you leave the fan settings alone and you're comfortable with your GPU running at a temperature around 90C.

Quote from expansionist : Just what we need -- trolls telling actual owners how loud their card is based on reviews.

So you're saying people should rely on your single biased opinion vs. well-respected review sites and experiences of many others who claim the contrary?

Who's trolling who?

Anyway, I'll let you have the last word as you are /ignored.

Quote from MrNice : Sir, believe me, my case airflow is awesome. I tried a lot of custom fan profile settings and I couldnt keep this VC cool without setting it to at least 70% which will make it. So I resorted to buying an aftermarket cooler for it. Btw here is the pic of inside my case. I dont consider my self as an expert but I sure know how to keep my setup neat. http://i781.photobucket.com/albums/y...o/MEMO0020.jpg

Wow what case is that? My Haf 912 Cooler Master has only 1/2 inch left till end of card hits the drive bays I wish I had that much space in my system would be so much neater mine is a mess. I'm going to get a Haf X when they go down to $150 again without any rebate.

Quote from DougS : Meh, like I said in the 570 thread, no point in arguing on these forums. If you want to believe the card runs cool and quiet, knock yourself out.

Quote from DougS : So you're saying people should rely on your single biased opinion vs. well-respected review sites and experiences of many others who claim the contrary? Who's trolling who? Anyway, I'll let you have the last word as you are /ignored.

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Straw_man

You trolled yourself.

Man if these things get down to $150 I might have to pick up a couple. And a new AC unit and a 1000w PS.

Quote from superstition : 2. The extra power used may cost enough in places with expensive power to make another card a better alternative.

Turn off an incandescent bulb while gaming and you should be set...

The only thing remotely close to this deal is the Zotac 560 Ti 448 for $240 AR with a copy of BF3 but guess what? Reviewers say it runs hot @ stock LOL

So close to trigger pull...

Quote from toolio20 : Turn off an incandescent bulb while gaming and you should be set... The only thing remotely close to this deal is the Zotac 560 Ti 448 for $240 AR with a copy of BF3 but guess what? Reviewers say it runs hot @ stock LOL So close to trigger pull...

Good point lol Gaming in the dark isn't bad at all.

I would get this card instead b/c I like EVGA's support more than Zotac's.

Quote from Magowin : Wow what case is that? My Haf 912 Cooler Master has only 1/2 inch left till end of card hits the drive bays I wish I had that much space in my system would be so much neater mine is a mess. I'm going to get a Haf X when they go down to $150 again without any rebate.

Its an Antec P193. I wouldnt recommend it though because its super heavy!!! Almost broke my back bringing it to my house.

Quote from exhurt : I'm not trying to spread misinformation. I'm just letting people know my opinion as to why some may think their GTX 480 is silent. So, I guess what I"m trying to say is that the GTX 480 could be "quiet" if you leave the fan settings alone and you're comfortable with your GPU running at a temperature around 90C.

Don't panic (sticky on OCN):

http://www.overclock.net/t/651707...hics-cards

Quote from expansionist : Just what we need -- trolls telling actual owners how loud their card is based on reviews.

exactly.

Quote from superstition : also 1. The extra heat these cards produce increases ambient temperature, making cooling tougher. 2. The extra power used may cost enough in places with expensive power to make another card a better alternative. 3. The heat these cards produce will heat up other components in the computer, and possibly lead to stress. If your PSU doesn't meet the minimum specs, then you're going to have to buy another one.

What is the minimum spec? I am trying to stuff this card into a dell inspirion 530. It has a 300W power supply. Bad idea? Do I have to upgrade the psu? Hardcop link from earlier says 775W PS?

I am an owner and I tell everyone who asks me what do I think about this card that its too noisy. I have a PNY so Im not sure if the noise varies from different brands.

An aftermarket cooler will significally reduce the heat and noise. That is also based on my experience.

Quote from Magowin : Wow what case is that? My Haf 912 Cooler Master has only 1/2 inch left till end of card hits the drive bays I wish I had that much space in my system would be so much neater mine is a mess. I'm going to get a Haf X when they go down to $150 again without any rebate.

The inside of your case is really neat. Mine looks like a rat's nest. But then again I have like 6 hard drives and all other kinds of crap inside it. To keep mine cool I took off the side panels.