khos2325

Oddzball3

khos2325
 
Here on the main page of Evga's own website:
 
I quote "Evga ACX 3.0 means better over clocking"
 
They even offer an overclocking software that goes with the card and I quote: "The next generation of EVGA PrecisionX has arrived with . This new version of Precision is built for the NVIDIA Pascal architecture and combines the best of EVGA Precision and EVGA OC Scanner to give you never before seen overclocking features and built in automatic overclock tuning."
 
There is an image of the card with these line all over it and I quote:
 
"400% longer life span"
 
"SHP 3.0 10% cooler"
 
"Optimally designed heat sinks and fan design 13% quieter"
 
"MMCP - Memory MOSFET cooling plate 15% cooler memory 13% cooler MOSFETs", which now we know is the funniest and most ironic of them all.
 
None of these are true now including noise levels because the bios update increases the fan speed. Although people try to downplay it, it will be very much noticeable.
 

Oddzball3
 
Why is EVGA somehow responsible for people running a software even NVIDIA says not to run, for a ridiculously long amount of time AND run it at only 3-40% fan speed? Who would do something that stupid then complain about temperature issues?

Now tell me again why other brands of the same cards aren't going up in flames, when they run the same software ?
Tell me again why the same cards from other manufacturers aren't getting as hot as the Evga ones in general ?
 
Plus you didn't answer my questions in the first place.
 
Stop fanboying and see the reality.
 
I'm done arguing, because some of you seem to ignore the obvious.
 
I'm done with Evga as well and I want a full refund.

Its a %400 increase of the lifespan of the FANS because they use double ball bearings. Jesus really? You seriously thought they meant life of the VIDEO card?

If you don't get that better fans reduce the temps resulting in the increase of the life of the GPU, then you are either mentally challenged or trying too hard. 400% longer life span means the card has longer life span, because if your fans die then your card overheats and dies as well.
 
Tell me why would you need a fan that has 400% longer life span, when your memory dies? Your fans keep running when your card is unusable, BIG DEAL.
 
What about the rest ? Backplate that keeps the memory cooler while the backplate is actually doing the opposite, and ...
 
You didn't address any of my points, and now you're just playing you know what.
 
Please stop embarrassing yourself bud.
 
I'm not gonna waste anymore of my time. You're so ignorant that it gave me a headache.

Nah man. That advertised 400% longer life span refers only to the fans.
And yes, it is a big deal if you take into consideration some people have them always running at high speeds.
If you run a fan at full speed, that isn't dual bearing or fluid bearing, it'll last 2 years, 3 at most before it starts showing signs of wear and be less effective.

Paragon_X

milanovic
Any comments on this?
 
reddit .com/r/nvidia/comments/5aqjvb/so_i_disassembled_my_two_evga_gtx_1080_ftws/
 
 

That is just great, one thing behind another >.>

LOL EVGA might have to send more thermal pads.
once people disassemble the PCBs from the shrouds and notice some (or none) pads are not in contact with VRAM, this would get even worse.
I'm ready to take apart to see how it goes with a camera on my hand.

I just got off the phone with Evga regarding the thermal issue and wanting to get a replacement card that will have thermal pads and the vbios update.
I apologize in advance if this question is dumb. They told me there is no guarantee of getting a brand new card as a replacement. It maybe be from a stored returned card that has been used. They check it to meet factory standards.
I havent done any type of RMA on PC parts ever. This is my first build. Is it unfair and unreasonable of me to want a brand new card replacement from EVGA as solution?
While the refurbished cards are inspected, I cant be certain what these cards have been through and how much usage they have been put under. I want my rig to last for a long time. I just dont think its acceptable. But I haven't dealt with RMA and maybe not forgetting some basic understanding here. lol
Would like to hear from you guys/gals.

brokencross
Nah man. That advertised 400% longer life span refers only to the fans.
And yes, it is a big deal if you take into consideration some people have them always running at high speeds.
If you run a fan at full speed, that isn't dual bearing or fluid bearing, it'll last 2 years, 3 at most before it starts showing signs of wear and be less effective.

 
YES, god, this is why internet drama starts. People either have really bad reading comprehension or dont even understand what they are buying.

Not good news for everyone, but also for me who is still waiting in step-up to get a 1080. Looks like it will be awhile yet longer.

relevance

Paragon_X

milanovic
Any comments on this?
 
reddit .com/r/nvidia/comments/5aqjvb/so_i_disassembled_my_two_evga_gtx_1080_ftws/
 
 

That is just great, one thing behind another >.>

LOL EVGA might have to send more thermal pads.
once people disassemble the PCBs from the shrouds and notice some (or none) pads are not in contact with VRAM, this would get even worse.
I'm ready to take apart to see how it goes with a camera on my hand.

 
I wouldn't be surprised if FTW cards become out of stock thanks to RMA wave which is about just to start. A couple of days ago while I was gaming my screen went black and GPU's fans went on 100% RPM. No matter how long I waited they were just spinning while the screen was just black. Reboot fixed my issue but that definitely could be caused by high VRM temps.
 
ps. Another sample: imgur .com/a/elro3

acebb6
I just got off the phone with Evga regarding the thermal issue and wanting to get a replacement card that will have thermal pads and the vbios update.
I apologize in advance if this question is dumb. They told me there is no guarantee of getting a brand new card as a replacement. It maybe be from a stored returned card that has been used. They check it to meet factory standards.
I havent done any type of RMA on PC parts ever. This is my first build. Is it unfair and unreasonable of me to want a brand new card replacement from EVGA as solution?
While the refurbished cards are inspected, I cant be certain what these cards have been through and how much usage they have been put under. I want my rig to last for a long time. I just dont think its acceptable. But I haven't dealt with RMA and maybe not forgetting some basic understanding here. lol
Would like to hear from you guys/gals.

Depends on your country/state law if you can demand a brand new card.
But this is standard practice between companies, they'll send you a refurbished product that has been tested.

milanovic
I wouldn't be surprised if FTW cards become out of stock thanks to RMA wave which is about just to start. A couple of days ago while I was gaming my screen went black and GPU's fans went on 100% RPM. No matter how long I waited they were just spinning while the screen was just black. Reboot fixed my issue but that definitely could be caused by high VRM temps.
 
ps. Another sample: imgur .com/a/elro3

What's wrong with that one? Everything makes contact.

Im from the US. Its standard practice? Ok Thanks for replying. I guess I cant even be mad at that. But disappointing nonetheless. 

acebb6
I just got off the phone with Evga regarding the thermal issue and wanting to get a replacement card that will have thermal pads and the vbios update.
I apologize in advance if this question is dumb. They told me there is no guarantee of getting a brand new card as a replacement. It maybe be from a stored returned card that has been used. They check it to meet factory standards.
I havent done any type of RMA on PC parts ever. This is my first build. Is it unfair and unreasonable of me to want a brand new card replacement from EVGA as solution?
While the refurbished cards are inspected, I cant be certain what these cards have been through and how much usage they have been put under. I want my rig to last for a long time. I just dont think its acceptable. But I haven't dealt with RMA and maybe not forgetting some basic understanding here. lol
Would like to hear from you guys/gals.

Just order the thermal pads and install them, it is no big deal. 

dyceskynes

acebb6
I just got off the phone with Evga regarding the thermal issue and wanting to get a replacement card that will have thermal pads and the vbios update.
I apologize in advance if this question is dumb. They told me there is no guarantee of getting a brand new card as a replacement. It maybe be from a stored returned card that has been used. They check it to meet factory standards.
I havent done any type of RMA on PC parts ever. This is my first build. Is it unfair and unreasonable of me to want a brand new card replacement from EVGA as solution?
While the refurbished cards are inspected, I cant be certain what these cards have been through and how much usage they have been put under. I want my rig to last for a long time. I just dont think its acceptable. But I haven't dealt with RMA and maybe not forgetting some basic understanding here. lol
Would like to hear from you guys/gals.

Just order the thermal pads and install them, it is no big deal. 

I havent had any of the stated issues of black screens or crazy temps. Should I still bother. 
Didnt want to get a surprise down the road.