Jump to content

EVGA GPUs

Xiauj
By Xiauj
in Graphics Cards
 Share
Posted

Sup guys,

Was just wondering about something. So, remember when some of EVGA's GPUs began to cause major issues due to the VRM or whatever it was causing them to 'explode', yeah? Is that still an issue or no longer? Have EVGA officially fixed this issue and have proved that they are safe to buy and use?

 

The reason I ask is because I'm thinking of getting an EVGA GTX 1070 (http://uk.pcpartpicker.com/product/Tv38TW/evga-geforce-gtx-1070-8gb-sc-gaming-acx-30-video-card-08g-p4-6173-kr) and was wondering what type of FPS I'd get for 1440p / 4k especially (4k because I hear 1070s can handle 4k!).

 

Thanks

~Xiauj ^_^

Hey I'm Xiauj ^_^ Wassup :3

Link to comment
https://linustechtips.com/topic/695718-evga-gpus/
Share on other sites
Link to post
Share on other sites
Posted
1 minute ago, Xiauj said:

Sup guys,

Was just wondering about something. So, remember when some of EVGA's GPUs began to cause major issues due to the VRM or whatever it was causing them to 'explode', yeah? Is that still an issue or no longer? Have EVGA officially fixed this issue and have proved that they are safe to buy and use?

 

The reason I ask is because I'm thinking of getting an EVGA GTX 1070 (http://uk.pcpartpicker.com/product/Tv38TW/evga-geforce-gtx-1070-8gb-sc-gaming-acx-30-video-card-08g-p4-6173-kr) and was wondering what type of FPS I'd get for 1440p / 4k especially (4k because I hear 1070s can handle 4k!).

 

Thanks

~Xiauj ^_^

I don't think it's an issue anymore. if their graphics cards explode on you, just RMA it or sue EVGA lol, assuming you aren't dead

Link to comment
https://linustechtips.com/topic/695718-evga-gpus/#findComment-8911725
Share on other sites
Link to post
Share on other sites
Posted

All cards shipped after November 1st have the thermal pad and fan-curve fixes. The only thing to watch out for is getting old stock from a company, that was sent out prior to November 1st.

 

If you get one, you can check the card and tell right away if the thermal pad fixes are in place.

You own the software that you purchase - Understanding software licenses and EULAs

 

"We’ll know our disinformation program is complete when everything the american public believes is false" - William Casey, CIA Director 1981-1987

Link to comment
https://linustechtips.com/topic/695718-evga-gpus/#findComment-8911731
Share on other sites
Link to post
Share on other sites
Posted
7 minutes ago, Xiauj said:

Sup guys,

Was just wondering about something. So, remember when some of EVGA's GPUs began to cause major issues due to the VRM or whatever it was causing them to 'explode', yeah? Is that still an issue or no longer? Have EVGA officially fixed this issue and have proved that they are safe to buy and use?

 

The reason I ask is because I'm thinking of getting an EVGA GTX 1070 (http://uk.pcpartpicker.com/product/Tv38TW/evga-geforce-gtx-1070-8gb-sc-gaming-acx-30-video-card-08g-p4-6173-kr) and was wondering what type of FPS I'd get for 1440p / 4k especially (4k because I hear 1070s can handle 4k!).

 

Thanks

~Xiauj ^_^

The issue has been fixed and all 1070s ship with thermal pads on the VRMs now. If yours ships with none, contact EVGA and they should give some to you for free.

 

As for it driving 4K, it will but don't expect to run badly optimized games at max settings :P

We have a NEW and GLORIOUSER-ER-ER PSU Tier List Now. (dammit @LukeSavenije stop coming up with new ones)

You can check out the old one that gave joy to so many across the land here

 

Computer having a hard time powering on? Troubleshoot it with this guide. (Currently looking for suggestions to update it into the context of <current year> and make it its own thread)

Computer Specs:

Spoiler

Mathresolvermajig: Intel Xeon E3 1240 (Sandy Bridge i7 equivalent)

Chillinmachine: Noctua NH-C14S
Framepainting-inator: EVGA GTX 1080 Ti SC2 Hybrid

Attachcorethingy: Gigabyte H61M-S2V-B3

Infoholdstick: Corsair 2x4GB DDR3 1333

Computerarmor: Silverstone RL06 "Lookalike"

Rememberdoogle: 1TB HDD + 120GB TR150 + 240 SSD Plus + 1TB MX500

AdditionalPylons: Phanteks AMP! 550W (based on Seasonic GX-550)

Letterpad: Rosewill Apollo 9100 (Cherry MX Red)

Buttonrodent: Razer Viper Mini + Huion H430P drawing Tablet

Auralnterface: Sennheiser HD 6xx

Liquidrectangles: LG 27UK850-W 4K HDR

 

Link to comment
https://linustechtips.com/topic/695718-evga-gpus/#findComment-8911749
Share on other sites
Link to post
Share on other sites
Posted
  • Author
9 minutes ago, anybodykek said:

I don't think it's an issue anymore. if their graphics cards explode on you, just RMA it or sue EVGA lol, assuming you aren't dead

7 minutes ago, Delicieuxz said:

All cards shipped after November 1st have the thermal pad and fan-curve fixes. The only thing to watch out for is getting old stock from a company, that was sent out prior to November 1st.

 

If you get one, you can check the card and tell right away if the thermal pad fixes are in place.

Sweet :D

 

4 minutes ago, Energycore said:

The issue has been fixed and all 1070s ship with thermal pads on the VRMs now. If yours ships with none, contact EVGA and they should give some to you for free.

 

As for it driving 4K, it will but don't expect to run badly optimized games at max settings :P

Oh cool! :D

For the 4k GTX 1070 stuff Energycore, do you perhaps know of a website that lists a bunch of games, the specific GPU and like, how much FPS it got with what settings? I don't know of any but would love to have a look at some results :P

 

 

41 minutes ago, TheStigsChineseCousin said:

Echoing what everyone else said, the VRM is not an issue.  Gamers Nexus did an extremely thorough investigation, and released a final video on it today:

  

Aaah I see, thank you very much for that video ^_^

I won't be ordering the GPU just yet, probably around Christmas time so hopefully all goes well!! :P

Hey I'm Xiauj ^_^ Wassup :3

Link to comment
https://linustechtips.com/topic/695718-evga-gpus/#findComment-8911942
Share on other sites
Link to post
Share on other sites
Posted
20 hours ago, Xiauj said:

Aaah I see, thank you very much for that video ^_^

I won't be ordering the GPU just yet, probably around Christmas time so hopefully all goes well!! :P

No problem!  By Christmas time I imagine even all the stock that was on shelves at 3rd party retailers will have been swapped out for cards with additional thermal pads.  I would still contact the store (Like Newegg or whoever you end up buying from) to be sure, but EVGA has the best customer service out of just about every company I've ever dealt with, so if for some reason something isn't quite right with your card, they'll definitely fix it.

Link to comment
https://linustechtips.com/topic/695718-evga-gpus/#findComment-8916907
Share on other sites
Link to post
Share on other sites

Create an account or sign in to comment

You need to be a member in order to leave a comment

Create an account

Sign up for a new account in our community. It's easy!

Register a new account

Sign in

Already have an account? Sign in here.

Sign In Now
 Share
Go to topic listing Graphics Cards

×