Advice for GPU sag.

Chris28 · 11 Jan 2025 at 11:12

Hello, I’m new to Overclockers forums. I was hoping someone could advice me on what GPU bracket would be best for the new 5000 series GPU’s being released.
I plan on purchasing one on release. But there are concerns I’ve noticed with previous GPU’s main one being GPU sag. I’ve been watching YouTube videos of pcp’s being cracked on the right hand side connectors.
Issues with pcp even when supported with support the pcp’s have curved due to temperatures.
I’ve never had a large GPU that’s why I’m asking for advice I currently have a 3070 which is pretty small.
I currently have a GPU bracket installed that come with the LIAN LI EVO XL ready for when I do get one. The clearance doesn’t seem very big though.
It’s just allot of money to spend on an item where the manufacturer will not honor the warranty and to put it plain I don’t wanna get done over.

hornetstinger · 11 Jan 2025 at 11:17

Do you have photo of you case?

Just look at the usual places, the one I got was only a couple of quid, it's a base with a rod and a sliding L shaped arm.

dave28 · 11 Jan 2025 at 11:21

I have a bracket by "uphere" I think the company is called.

Works fine a huge GPU`s in my experience.

Chris28 · 11 Jan 2025 at 11:26

hornetstinger said:
Do you have photo of you case?

Just look at the usual places, the one I got was only a couple of quid, it's a base with a rod and a sliding L shaped arm.

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hornetstinger · 11 Jan 2025 at 11:28

I've seen ones that screw into the fans threads, you wouldn't want a stand to fall into the blades on the case floor.

Chris28 · 11 Jan 2025 at 11:31

Clearer
https://imgur.com/a/oHdGpcJ

hornetstinger · 11 Jan 2025 at 11:33

Do the fans have holes that you can screw in a bracket?

bimbleuk · 11 Jan 2025 at 11:34

dave28 said:
I have a bracket by "uphere" I think the company is called.

Works fine a huge GPU`s in my experience.

Yes that's the brand I use to build systems for people. Also non-ARGB versions. Personally I always vertically mount my GPUs.

Chris28 · 11 Jan 2025 at 11:35

hornetstinger said:
Do the fans have holes that you can screw in a bracket?

I believe so, the LIAN Li TL fans have rubber grommets with screw holes underneath. I think.

Chris28 · 11 Jan 2025 at 11:37

bimbleuk said:
Yes that's the brand I use to build systems for people. Also non-ARGB versions. Personally I always vertically mount my GPUs.

Which vertical mount would you recommend with your experience of building pcs please Bimbleuk?

hornetstinger · 11 Jan 2025 at 11:37

Chris28 said:
I believe so, the LIAN Li TL fans have rubber grommets with screw holes underneath. I think.

seen one it's lower case t shape, 80mm high. What is the distance from the fan to the lowest point of the GPU?

Chris28 · 11 Jan 2025 at 11:39

hornetstinger said:
seen one it's lower case t shape, 80mm high. What is the distance from the fan to the lowest point of the GPU?

I couldn’t answer that till I get the new GPU but I put the mobo in the lower position in the evo XL.

hornetstinger · 11 Jan 2025 at 11:41

Seen another where it fits onto the right side motherboard standoffs.

Chris28 · 11 Jan 2025 at 11:42

hornetstinger said:
Seen another where it fits onto the right side motherboard standoffs.

Yeah that’s the one I installed that comes with evo xl case.

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bimbleuk · 11 Jan 2025 at 17:01

Chris28 said:
Which vertical mount would you recommend with your experience of building pcs please Bimbleuk?

There should be a specific EVO XL kit available from Lian Li available from Overlockers.

This one below lists your case I believe.

Lian Li VG4-4-V2X Vertical GPU Kit - Black

Show off your GPU in style with the Lian Li Universal 4-slot Vertical GPU kit. Compatible with a range of Lian Li chassis, including many of the O11 Series.

www.overclockers.co.uk

Comes with a PCI-E 4.0 cable which should be plenty for the 5000 series GPUs.

TIP: If you were to install a PCI-E 4.0 riser cable before you buy a 4000/5000 series GPU there is a small chance the system won't display a picture with the 3070. There is a setting in the BIOS that sets the GPU PCIE slot speed from AUTO to GEN3 or GEN4. That might have to be set to GEN3 with a 3000 series GPU before you use a PCIE 4.0 cable. Then set back to AUTO with a 4000/5000 series GPU.