RTX 2080 safe temps

[miha2]

Hi all, what are the "safe" temps for RTX 2080? The temps I can play normally with, that won't damage my GPU after long, long in-game hours.

Is there a general temp limit for all GPUs/all Nvidia/all AMD GPUs? I think, as the transistors shrink, the safe temps vary, but I may be wrong.

Also, I'm thinking to change the thermal paste (to Noctua NT-H1) on, and overclock the (yet-to-buy) MSI RTX 2080 Gaming X Trio. This is another reason to learn the safe temps.

 

[norcalsc]

You want it ideally to be running under 70c, but as long as it's under 85c you probably won't have issues. The card won't have a hard time keeping itself cool as long as you have decent ventilation in whichever enclosure you end up going with. You are also able to set a custom fan curve to keep it in a certain range if you choose to do so

 

[volkgren]

According to Nvidia the RTX 2080 has a maximum GPU temperature of 88C; which is lower than previous generations which were 94C and higher. Normally, staying below 80C was recommended for long-term, safe operating temp. AMD GPUs each have their own max temps as well. I would say 75C and below would be my comfort target with an RTX 2080 and the lower the better.

 

[miha2]

Thanks to anyone who replied. I watched a couple of videos, and the temps there were 60-ish. So that gives me a hope.

Also, another good question would be where did you take all these numbers from? Is there any reliable source you could guide me to to read?

 

[volkgren]

From Nvidia's website here https://www.nvidia.com/en-us/geforce/graphics-cards/rtx-2080/

Click the "SPECS" tab and then click "VIEW FULL SPECS" and then scroll all the way down to "Thermal and Power Specs:".

 

[miha2]

OK, that's the max temps, and... it's reasonable that it's there. But the safe temps. Any "proofs" for the safe temps?

Thanks, btw