Hey everyone! I'm looking to understand more about the Zero RPM feature on some modern graphics cards. I've got a pretty solid setup with Windows 11, 32GB of RAM, and two 1TB SSDs. My GPU is an MSI Shadow 2x Geforce RTX 5060 TI with 16GB of GDDR7 memory. I'm curious about why the fans don't turn on until a certain temperature is reached. For instance, when I'm just browsing or streaming, my GPU temp stays between 35°C and 45°C. During gaming, it ranges from 50°C to 68°C depending on the title. Is this normal, and what exactly is Zero RPM? I've always been concerned about temperatures due to the cost of components these days. Any insights would be greatly appreciated!
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Yeah, you're looking good! I get close to 80°C in some demanding games too, like during intense moments. It's typically fine, especially if you’re not running everything at max settings, which might be keeping your temps lower.
Zero RPM mode kicks in to keep the GPU quiet when it's at idle or low loads. It's a nice feature so that your PC isn't making unnecessary noise when you're not gaming or doing heavy tasks.
You seem to be in a good spot temperature-wise. Zero RPM is especially helpful for those who are sensitive to fan noise. If your GPU remains under 70°C while gaming, you're in a comfortable range! Even hitting 80°C isn't something to lose sleep over, your setup appears to be functioning well.
Your temps are looking great! 35-45°C at idle is perfectly normal, and when gaming, anything below 70°C is generally safe. Personally, I think around 80-85°C is still acceptable under load, so no need to stress if you're hitting 68°C during gaming.
That's reassuring to hear! I always worry about temperatures because I want my parts to last, especially since I've only had this PC for a few months after upgrading from a really old system.
I usually play on high settings, so that explains the lower temps! I appreciate the feedback.