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Technology · Consumer gadgets · published 2026-10-11 · via Tom's Hardware

Unconventional GPU Placement Cuts Hotspot Temps by Up to 19°C in Modder Test

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A PC modder known as TrashBench tested several nonstandard placements for an RTX 3080 inside a desktop case. The best GPU-only arrangement lowered hotspot temperatures by as much as 19°C, though it made CPU cooling worse. After further adjustments, he found a setup that reduced GPU hotspot by 14°C while also keeping the CPU 3.3°C cooler.

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