How much power does a x800gto2 use and can I get away with a different(passive)cooler

[MikeHunt79]

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I'm planning to use one in a media centre PC, and the stock cooler is hitting my southbridge cooler.

Can I get away with using a passive cooler, and how much heat do these cards kick out?

 

[MikeHunt79]

I haven't done the 16 pipe mod, I think mine was one of the laser cut ones... I was planning on using an Accelero S2, but I have a feeling it's gonna be a real squeeze!

Anyway, I'll be mostly using this for 2d, but I also have a 7800GT which may give off less heat? If not I may keep an eye open for something like a 7300 or x1300 as it seems silly using a card which if good at 3d (and gives off lots of heat) in something that is mainly playing back video clips.

 

[MikeHunt79]

Went for the 7800GT in the end, and the temps are better than the x800. I guess it's always worth experimenting.