4850 fanless

[hkhan1989]

Hi, Quick Q guys, i want to purchase the "Gigabyte GV-R485MC-1GI" http://www.quietpc.com/gb-en-gbp/pro.../gv-r485mc-1gh fanless 4850 for my Silent gaming system, but being that i wanted to play demanding games, i wanted to purchase a 4870, but cannot seem to find a fanless version as the above, seeing as though 4870 are known for being loud, with a fanless setup like the above's it'd be real quiet.

[Blaineoliver]

The 4870 uses too much power for fanless. Get a VaporX version if you want somethign quiet.

[hkhan1989]

Originally Posted by Blaineoliver

The 4870 uses too much power for fanless. Get a VaporX version if you want somethign quiet.

thanks... just the type of answer i was looking for.

[barwell1992]

considering the heat the 4850 generates(90c+) with the fan i wouldent even consider one without a fan

[Beb]

I've got a fanless 4850, same one as you linked to, been using it for about 4-5 months now. Was really sceptical about heating issues based on the fan versions generating huge levels of heat.

At idle, it sits at around 50-55 degrees with the case fans barely moving (so very little air flow in the case).

When gaming, I've manage to get it no higher than 80degrees. Can't recommend the card enough

[paulie111]

those are great temps for load and idle, i had the original stock cooler on a sapphire 4850 and it could only manage better than that with fan speed over 40%, then you start to need earplugs

[justjay]

mine's really silent even under prolonged gaming hours with max game visuals o0

[hkhan1989]

Thank You for all your comments, i have purchased the 4870 VaporX version. (thank you Blaineoliver).

Moderator, can you look this thread, i have already received the answer i wanted from the second reply.

Thank you again.

[Blaineoliver]

Hope it serves you well matey