GPU or PSU noise

[nathan_s]

Hi,

I have just built a new system and I've noticed that one of the components is generating quite annoying noise during gaming. I suspect it's graphics card but is it possible for the GPU fan to do this because while in game it is under more load?

PSU - Corsair TX 750 V2
GPU - Asus GTX 560Ti TOP

I don't have another GPU to try it and I am not sure how to test it. 3d mark won't run on integrated GPU (even 2001 version). Any ideas?

 

[nathan_s]

It's the GPU. I figured it out by downloading smartdoctor and changing the fan speed manually. if it's over 50% the noise is just unbearable - like having a hair dryer next to you. :/

I invested in case, silver arrow to have a quiet system and GPU is letting me down. I will try to return it and in the meantime, what do you recommend? Is it better to just go with GTX 570 instead of the overclocked 560Ti?

 

[nathan_s]

Just to be clear copue69 - I changed the fan speed manually while in Windows, set it to high to see if it's the same sound

So what is considered a sefe working temp while in game?

 

[nathan_s]

Looks like it gets to 70 degrees in game with 50% fan speed and the noise is really annoying. I would prefer not to go above this temp. The card is going back, need to start looking for something else.

 

[nathan_s]

not sure what to do - is there a big difference in noise levels between for example msi and asus?
Maybe I shlould get MSI GeForce GTX 560 Ti Twin Frozr II ??