Hi, I've recently got a new GPU and I've probably had it for a month now and while temperatures have been pretty high around 78 - 85c peak when in use.
Normally on idle temps are around 42 - 45c.
I'm now getting higher junctions and even temps at 90c, this is immediately alarming as this means the GPU isn't dissipating heat properly, keep in mind my RX 6700 is an MSI Mech.
This leads me to believe either perhaps something may be faulty in my GPU, or heatsink/pipe or thermal paste/thermal pad inside had a mistake during manufacturing.
Without wanting to void warranty etc, I have not tampered with it. And it is running on default. Nothing is overclocked.
I have not undervolted the GPU, as it could cause instability, and I believe is a bad recommendation. As it is NOT a solution.
If I'm undervolting a new GPU, and still getting worrying temps, to the point where I can feel the heat.
I may as well refund and find another GPU.
I've never had this trouble before. So I'm not sure what's going on, which leads me to think it's either a software issue with the GPU going funny, or an actual flaw during manufacturing.
Does anyone have any statistics on the RX 6700's with temp readings. Is this really normal? This can't be.
My CPU is water cooled, I have plenty of space for fans to exhaust the heat away.
I've noticed rising temps, even with games that should not be GPU heavy, I'm not even tempted anymore to stress test in fear of reaching 110c and causing damage.
It's WINTER. It's cold, and my PC is heating me up, as funny and amusing as this is. I don't like the idea of a GPU heater.
Is there anyone who has had this issue before, or someone from AMD that can share insight or reasons as to why this is?
