GPU benchmark for before/after block install

[grumpybeard]

Hey,

Hoping to install GPU block in next days. What is recommended tool to load GPU so I can check temps before and after? MSI Afterburner, 3DMark, Userbenchmark, other?

Thanks

 

[SirConfused]

Furmark has always done the job for me.

 

[Jay85]

Would use Heaven on a loop for a few mins, its quick and easy.

 

[LuckyBenski]

Would use Heaven on a loop for a few mins, its quick and easy.

Minutes? I never understand why people test thermals without actually reaching saturation point, doubly so for water cooling! It takes something like 15-20 minutes to soak my loop and the case continues to soak for a bit longer IIRC.

In terms of benchmarking tools, I use Furmark for maximum heat if you're testing the cooling, but it doesn't give accurate performance results. Unigine Heaven or Valley are good for testing realistic loads i.e. loads of GPU plus substantial CPU, like a game would.

 

[grumpybeard]

Thanks for the feedback and tips all

 

[Drumroll]

Heaven or 3D Mark.