GPU software modes harmful?

[DanSlice]

Just wondering if in the Asus tweak 2 software, if I use oc mode, will it harm my GPU and will it provide better fps?

(same for other modes; silent mode, oc mode, gaming mode)

 

currently on gaming mode stock

[crosstiger]

No they won’t harm your gpu. Otherwise Asus wouldn't / couldn't include them. Yes you will get better fps by choosing the profile with the highest clock speed as long as the temps of the gpu are under control. If it gets too hot it will automatically downclock and you might have an overall lower clock speed compared to a different profile where the temps are lower.

 

So end of story: Choose what suits you the most. Want more power, choose the oc profile. Want a less noisy card, choose the default mode.