You might even claw some extra lifespan from your GPU, too!

Why Should You Use a Custom GPU Fan Curve?

Should Your GPU Fans Run at 100%?

EVGA FTW3 1080 Ti fans closeup

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If you run your GPU fans at 100%, they will wear out quicker than normal.

However, in rare cases, the motor might need replacing as well.

However, areplacement graphics card fanis much cheaper and easier to fix than a dead GPU.

1080 Ti fans

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Having the same skin will make it easier for you to follow along.

Here, you’re free to move the points around to create your own fan curve.

you’re free to also choose a lower maximum speed if you want.

Applying thermal paste on GPU die

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A 0% fan speed will allow your fans to rest when your GPU is not under load.

Click thehuman silhouette iconbeside the automatic fan icon to enable your custom fan curve.

Auto fan speed 0.963v test

MSI Mystic Afterburner skin

Manual fan speed

Stable 70-71C at 90% fan speed

0% and 100% fan speed poitns

Full fan speed curve