Hey everyone! I recently bought a pre-built HP Pavilion Gaming PC (model TG01-2138nl) and while it's been performing well for the price I paid (800 euros in 2021), I'm facing some serious heat and noise issues. The GPU, an RTX 3060TI, runs between 91-98°C when gaming, and the noise is at around 70dB or even louder! I've got only two vents for airflow: one on the side to let cool air in and one in the back for hot air out. The GPU is super loud, making the noise level similar to a Boeing 787 during intense gaming sessions—definitely louder than my old PS4 slim. I'm open to trying different solutions like changing GPU fans or tweaking the CPU heatsink, but I'd appreciate your thoughts. Should I remove the side panel, add another fan, change the fan curve, or even consider a new case? I'm looking for the most cost-effective way to tackle this. Thanks!
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First thing's first, try taking off the side panel of your case. It sounds like airflow is really restricted right now. Just letting some more air in could help cool things down a bit. You might also think about directing another cooling fan towards the GPU for extra support. Might be a simple fix!
Repasting your GPU could make a significant difference in temp. Plus, if you're comfortable with it, you could cut a hole in the side panel for better airflow. Just make sure you're careful if you go that route!
Repasting sounds promising. I like the idea of improving airflow with the panel too. Thanks!
You might want to try undervolting your GPU. I did this with my GTX 1080 and saw my temps drop from 85°C to 76°C! It should help a bit, although you may sacrifice a tiny bit of performance; about 5%. It might not solve everything if airflow is the main issue, but it's worth a shot!
Thanks for the suggestion! I'll definitely try removing the side panel and see how that helps. Adding a fan focused on the GPU sounds like a good idea too.