Do I need a cooler?

[groo028]

I have a 6800 LE which idles at ~50C and goes upto 65C under load. It just has the stock cooler and I was wondering if I need to buy a cooler for it.

 

[TrueWisdom]

Nope, as far as I know, that's standard. GPUs can get up to 80 Celsius without being in trouble.

 

[qbackin]

Ive had a 6800, and my buddy has one both idle @50

 

[theMan]

thats fine. if it get up in the upper 70s i would get a cooler. otherwise, you're fine.

 

[fstime]

Dont waste your money.


Your fine.

 

[ddogg]

Originally posted by: BouZouki
Dont waste your money.


Your fine.

yup...those are perfect numbers

 

[Chode Messiah]

the only reason you'd ever need to replace ur stock cooler is if you overclock or you want a quieter pc

 

[imported_Noob]

If you plan to unlock the pipes then I suggest upgrading from stock cooling.

 

[ddogg]

u can try the Zalman VP cooler if u really want to upgrade ur stock fan