R9 280x is landing on runway B

[VirginStranger]

I have updated my 2nd PC from a Q9550 and 4gb RAM, to a AMD FX8350 and 16gb RAM with a Corsair PSU VS550 but i'm still using an original R9 280x that i've had and the system is performing well but .....

i'm still getting peeved about the aircraft taking off noise from the R9, its been loud since day one and i know it's a noisy card that runs hot and i've put up with it but now i want a replacement that doesn't break the bank but will definately be quieter and hopefully performance similar to the 280.

For example, what about a 460/470 with 4gb or maybe a 1050 and remember the PC isn't my main one so it will be only used for limited gaming and as a back up but must be quieter so any advice welcomed.

 

[AiiR]

Sell the 280x on the bay and use the cash to get a 470: https://www.overclockers.co.uk/powe...ddr5-pci-express-graphics-card-gx-18b-pc.html

 

[Vale]

Why not buy an aftermarket cooler? I have an R9 280, it's practically silent. Sapphire Dual X.

 

[Bantu]

I believe OCUK sell aftermarket coolers that you can attach to the 280x yourself. I used to have some Arctic Cooling ones a long time ago. Made a huge difference to temps and noise.

 

[Vale]

My bad, nor correct, edited.

 

[VirginStranger]

From my original post this is an update to express some disappointment and to see if anyone wants to comment

So i did buy the RedDevil RX470 with free game offer @ £158 as suggested and am now selling R9 280x, so all works out a good deal money wise ...... but
i'm unhappy at noise performance of card despite various reviews saying its fairly quiet during gaming, for me its only marginally quieter than the R9 and yes i am using the "silent bios" switch thing so clock speed 1220 compared to 1270 at default.

Is there something else i need to do to make it run quieter, i know its a moan, but yep i feel a bit let down by card.

 

[pingu666]

under volt it

 

[LtMatt]

From my original post this is an update to express some disappointment and to see if anyone wants to comment

So i did buy the RedDevil RX470 with free game offer @ £158 as suggested and am now selling R9 280x, so all works out a good deal money wise ...... but
i'm unhappy at noise performance of card despite various reviews saying its fairly quiet during gaming, for me its only marginally quieter than the R9 and yes i am using the "silent bios" switch thing so clock speed 1220 compared to 1270 at default.

Is there something else i need to do to make it run quieter, i know its a moan, but yep i feel a bit let down by card.

Have you tried using Wattman to fine tune your GPU?

 

[imginy]

From my original post this is an update to express some disappointment and to see if anyone wants to comment

So i did buy the RedDevil RX470 with free game offer @ £158 as suggested and am now selling R9 280x, so all works out a good deal money wise ...... but
i'm unhappy at noise performance of card despite various reviews saying its fairly quiet during gaming, for me its only marginally quieter than the R9 and yes i am using the "silent bios" switch thing so clock speed 1220 compared to 1270 at default.

Is there something else i need to do to make it run quieter, i know its a moan, but yep i feel a bit let down by card.

Have you tried making a custom fan profile?

Maybe have a look at the airflow in your case. If your case has poor airflow any card will scream.

 

[Yaayuh!]

What are the temperatures and your case like? Is the card/case getting enough air?

Pics would help.