GTX 970 buzzing/hissing. Is this coil whine?

[James27]

Hey, so ever since I got this GPU, it makes a hissing/buzzing noise whenever I'm playing a (relatively) high-end game. I hear that coil whine is pretty common with the GTX 970 (something I found out only after purchasing, sadly) but I just wanted to confirm if this is what it is and put my mind at ease, or it's something I should be more worried about! I did a video on it, which you can see here. Let me know what you think. Thanks.

 

[mr91]

The noise isn't very clear, I think I hear your cpu or case fans...

 

[James27]

It's definitely the GPU. It does sound like the fans, but louder. Just listen for the increase in volume when I start FurMark.

Edit: Actually it's more noticable when I close it and the noise stops. Go from, say, 0:38 to 0:48 to really hear the difference.

 

[mr91]

I listened to it again with my headphones.

I think you have very mild coil whine...

"I don't think it's a big deal"

 

[James27]

Wow, really? Thanks, that's SUCH a relief! Alright, if this is all it is, I won't bother with a replacement/refund.

 

[mr91]

Sounds very minor too me... If the card performs well then you should be okay...
Have fun gaming....