Should I buy mines GPU?

[Pao1919]

I was looking to upgrade to a new gpu and I found an rx 580 8gb. The seller said that it was his 7th gpu in the mining rig. Is it safe to buy a gpu that's been used in mining? Also what is the pros and con's of buying a minded gpu?

 

[WildCard999]

Pros: Cheap

Cons: Heavily used
Not sure if underclocked for longevity
Not sure how long it will last

I'd only buy a mined GPU if the price was good and I personally knew the seller.

 

[zyh1987]

it's a pretty big risk, mining cards are heavily used, and sometime physically modded.

i would take a gamble if it is about 30~40% of the msrp, so 100 for a $250 msrp card.

else, there is too much risk involved.

 

[rx4]

Lifespan of gpu depends on many things like temperature, voltage and usage. You should ask the seller for details mainly reason for sale, receipt and warranty. If its a trusted site go for it.

 

[SgtScream]

Also miners load a bios for the card specifically for mining performance. This could have a negative effect on your gaming.

 

[bloodroses]

You may also need to check the condition of the GPU fan since those run 24/7 on mining rigs; and thus wear out more quickly. If the fan has quit, then there's the possibility of heat damage on the card itself. This doesn't include physical or bios alterations done to the card (as others have mentioned).