Does Vsync Help Reduce Heat by Limiting FPS?

Yeah, enabling Vsync does limit the frame rate, which in turn means your CPU and GPU are working less hard, leading to less heat. However, Vsync can introduce input lag, so it's not always the best solution. Many experts suggest using Adaptive Sync technologies like G-Sync or FreeSync instead for a smoother experience without the downsides of traditional Vsync.

It's true that if your game's framerate is higher than what your monitor can handle, then capping it helps. Interestingly, technologies like Nvidia Reflex can do this automatically, making Vsync pretty redundant in those cases. It’s a common misconception that enabling Vsync disables VRR, but they can actually work together.

Instead of just relying on Vsync, you might also want to consider undervolting your GPU. This can lead to lower temperatures with only a slight drop in performance. I’ve found it works well for keeping things cool!

Limiting FPS does reduce the overall stress on your system, which is nice for system longevity and cooling. Vsync works but might not be the best for everyone due to the added latency when you hit the frame cap.

Definitely! Capping your frame rate helps reduce the workload on your system, which ultimately lowers heat output. I recommend fine-tuning your settings by limiting your frame rate to a few FPS below the monitor's maximum refresh rate, especially when using Variable Refresh Rate (VRR) technologies.