However, due todynamic soil-structure interaction (DSSI), this leaning tower survived four strong earthquakes.
Modern GPUs are getting bulky & larger for advanced technology.
This is the unwanted sag & not pleasing, like the buildings.
What is GPU Sag & Is it Bad?
As technology is advancing, GPUs are getting stronger & more power-hungry.
To cool it down, the GPUs are getting hefty.
The heat sink is becoming larger & the total GPU size is becoming too big.
Back in the old days, graphics cards came with a single fan.
Well, its obviously gravity.
This heavyweight causes the cards to bend downwards if there is no support.
Well, it does not obviously turn from 180 to 90.
Is GPU sag bad?
Its enough reason, people dont want GPU to sag.
Lastly, you could encounter some temperature changes which can cause frequency fluctuation.
Also, related to this guide onhow to fix GPU artifacting.
Here are the 6 tested methods to stop GPU sag:
1.
Set a GPU Bracket or Brace
This is a professional way to keep the elegant look of your PC.
The GPU bracket is installed underneath the GPU.
This piece of GPU support brace provides sustain & helps to prevent the sagging of the GPU.
These GPU brackets can come in plain metal or plastic form.
But in todays colorful world, you will find RGB GPU brackets too while serving the same purpose.
Some manufacturers like EVGA & MSI include support brackets for their GPUs.
This will help you to get rid of that gigantic heat sink.
Liquid-cooled GPUs radiator & fans mounted on the casing.
Thus, it can get rid of the overweight that causes the bend.
Install Graphics Card Vertically
The widespread way to roll out the graphics card is horizontal.
This was not a matter of headache when we had single fan GPU or even dual fan cards.
But this became a matter of concern when we entered into the triple-fan GPU era.
As the GPU size increases, the sag problem spreads.
To counter the issue, some casing started to add flexible GPU mounting options.
With this, you both have the option to roll out the card horizontally or vertically.
Vertically mounting the GPU is a quickDo-It-Yourself(DIY) GPU sag fix.
With vertically installed, you’re able to eliminate the sag issue.
Use GPU Connector PCIe Cables
you’re able to use your PCIe cables to prevent GPU sag.
Plug the cable from above & make enough tension to keep the GPU stable.
This will work as reverse sagging.
This simple rerouting DIY method is an easy & quick fix for graphics card sag.
Apply Objects Underneath the GPU
This one will be interesting to you, as it did to me.
One of my friends used his action figure to support the GPU.
A very cheap aesthetic solution.
By following his path, I also used rainbow six siegesAshaction figure & it did the trick!
to support the graphics card.
By properly routing the string, you’re able to hang the GPU stably.
Though, this DIY GPU support is not aesthetically good & ruins the charm of your PC.
FAQs
Is it bad to mount GPU vertically?
To avoid GPU sag, a vertical GPU mount is a great DIY option.
Besides that, it also looks great aesthetically.
Is GPU support a must?
For larger GPUs with 3 fans, it is ideal to support the GPU to avoid GPU sagging.
Can GPU sag damage GPU?
If it continues, it has the possibility to break the slot, if it isnt strong enough.
Aside from that, the GPUs pin can lose contact with the slot & shows connection disruption.
Final Thought
In conclusion, GPU sag can ruin your PCs aesthetic view.
Additionally, a longer time of sagging can create further issues.
