Dented Heatpipe On GPU

[Vaspius]

I just received my replacement GPU from XFX and it is the R9 380 4GB model. What I am curious about is if this dent will cause any problems in the future? At the moment the GPU seems to be running fine, I tested it in Valley Benchmark and there did not seem to be any issues. The temp when not gaming ranges from 31 to 41 with the fan running at 33 percent. It is in fact a replacement and the package was sealed like new, I am satisfied with the upgrade but just slightly concerned about this imperfection in the pipe.

I did read that it is common and these things pass QC due to not having any impact on the performance of the GPU, but I wanted to get more insight on this matter. I also do not mind the dent in terms of aesthetics, I will just be grateful to have a properly functioning GPU if this is truly not something to worry about.

Thank you for any clarity on the matter

https://s17.postimg.org/r3n4de7of/P1050268.jpg

 

[InvalidError]

You can always ask XFX. If you ever need to have another RMA, it is best to let them know beforehand about the slight crimp so they won't blame you for it later as it has already been documented as present when you received it.

 

[mrmez]

It will make the gpu run ever so slightly hotter, however unless you OC highly and or live in a very hot area, there will be zero performance impact.

As said, a very good idea to let XFX know, just in case something happens and they blame you.

 

[ccampy]

Is this on the ens od the pipe?
If so its common ans is normally done whwn they seal the heat pipes

 

[Vaspius]

It will make the gpu run ever so slightly faster, however unless you OC highly and or live in a very hot area, there will be zero performance impact.

As said, a very good idea to let XFX know, just in case something happens and they blame you.

I live in PA so it is about to get cold here soon, heat is never much of an issue, where I live we only get maybe one week of true sunlight a year 😛 . As for OC'ing, I have no intention of burning this GPU up, and I saved a lot of money by having my old one bite the digital dust since XFX honored my warranty.

I just created a ticket with a similar inquiry about this dent, and I linked them the image, this should clear me of any assumed irresponsibility with the GPU pertaining to this imperfection on the pipe.

Thank you for your insight

 

[Vaspius]

Is this on the ens od the pipe?
If so its common ans is normally done whwn they seal the heat pipes

It is on the curve of the pipe, if you click the link I shared you will see exactly what it looks like. I do understand that this seems to be a regular thing as I read more about it, but I cannot help but wonder why this happens when they are assembling these GPUs.