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Overclocking — EVGA GeForce GTX 1060 6GB FTW+ GAMING ACX 3.0, 6GB GDDR5

2017-09-25, 07:28 AM
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Hi guys,

I’m new to overclocking area so I was wondering if you could help me with overclocking my GPU to stable & safe limit?

I currently I have increased the power and temp limit to max (120; 92) and have set Core clock MHz to +150 ; Memory clock MHz to +350. I have not altered the core voltage as I read it’s not good idea to mess with that function as I’m newbie.

So far I have run few FurMark and Valley benchmark and it doesn’t crash or screen go blue. What are your thoughts on safe stable limit?

What should be the core & memory clock ration?

Thanks in advance, much appreciated!

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2017-09-25, 10:03 AM
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Thats it, you answered yourself.

Its 2017, there are fail safe and bios locks for people that dont know, to not fuck up their cards thats why you cant set further/higher without knowing better.

You already did your OC, there isnt anything else to do, which did you use? MSI Afterburner? or does EVGA have a similar one, either way, set the «On startup» and thats it.

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2017-09-25, 05:45 PM
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if the 1060 if anything like the 1070. . these things overclock themselves automagically now. when i was manually adjusting my values, it didn’t matter. the auto-magic just took over and pushed it beyond what i had set, and it did a pretty damn good job so i just left it alone.

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Overclocking — EVGA GeForce GTX 1060 6GB FTW+ GAMING ACX 3.0, 6GB GDDR5

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Mining Overclock Settings For Nvidia Cards : GTX 1060,1070,1080,1080 Ti

In this post you will get to know about MSI Afterburner Overclock Settings for Nvidia GTX cards for different mining algos. If you are searching for overclock settings for cards which you use for gaming then please do a google search. This post is for a dedicated cryptocurrency miner.

If you are mining right now or might plan to mine in the near future with Nvidia GTX series card and would want to get the most out of your card then overclocking is a must. With overclocking your card you can increase your mining hash rate while reducing power wattage required by the card. In simple words overclocking will enable you to mine with most optimized settings available, resulting in an increased revenue.Keep in mind that overclocking can void GPU warranty so always double check with card manufacturer whether they permit overclocking or not.

Page Contents

1 Pros of Overclocking
2 Cons of Overclocking
3 Check here to know most profitable coin to mine with Nvidia GTX 1080 Ti
4 How To Overclock Nvidia Cards For Mining
5 Mining Overclock Setting for Nvidia GTX 1080 Ti
6 Mining Overclock Setting for Nvidia GTX 1060
7 Mining Overclock Setting for Nvidia GTX 1070

Pros of Overclocking

You will get more mining hash rate, resulting in an increased revenue.
With lowering tdp, power required, you will be saving money on electricity bills.
Custom fan curve, you can set GPU fan speed manually which will make cards run at cooler temperatures.

Cons of Overclocking

Warranty : If you overclock your card then you may void your warranty if your card manufacturer doesn’t allow it. So always double check it with your card manufacturer.By the way maximum GPU manufacturers allow overclocking.
System Freeze : If you overclock your card more than its limit than the system will hangup/freeze thus leaving you with a system reset as the only option left. During the process of overclocking your gpu you might have to reset system a couple of times.

How To Overclock Nvidia Cards For Mining

Overclocking will increase GPU performance by increasing core clock and memory while at the same time lowering tdp. TDP stands for thermal design point.No matter what Nvidia cards you own whether it is an Nvidia GTX 1060,1070,1080,Titan X / Xp or GTX 1080 Ti , overclocking process will be same for all of them as all of them belongs to pascal GPU family.

We will be using an MSI Afterburner which is a free software and widely used in overclocking. GPU manufacturers have their own overclock utilities but you won’t get desired results with those. If your card manufacturer does not allow manual overclocking of cards, you might be risking warranty, then you may use respected overclock software provided by your card manufacturer.

EVGA: EVGA Precision XOC

Zotac: FireStorm Utilty

MSI: MSI Afterburner

Gigabyte: Xtreme Engine Gaming

ASUS: GPU Tweak II

I have a Gigabyte Aorus Extreme 1080 Ti and a Zotac AMP Extreme 1080 Ti and have overcloked them with an MSI afterburner.

MSI afterburner will work on other brand cards also.

Mining Overclock Settings for Nvidia cards :

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If you have installed any other overclock utility uninstall it first, otherwise it will mess with the MSI Afterburner Settings.

Download MSI Afterburner.
Install and open it.
Set tdp between 75% to 120%. If electricity cost is not a problem then you can set 120% otherwise 80-85% will be good.
Initially core clock is set to 0. Start increasing it with an offset of +10 till system is crashed. +50 will work for most cards.
Initially memory clock is set to 0. Start increasing it with an offset of +50 till system freezes up. +100 will work for most cards.
Set custom fan curve, see the image below for reference. Make sure you don’t run your GPU’s fan at 100% speed all the time, I prefer 80%.
Thats it your card is overclocked and you are mining at optimal settings.

I have a 7 GTX 1080 Ti rig and all my cards run below 70°C. Currently i am mining zcoin whose mining algo is energy efficient and while mining zcoin my card run below 50°C.

https://jkcrypto.com/how-to-use-sniffdogminer-for-gtx-1080-ti/

I will be updating this post with optimal mining overclock settings for each Nvidia cards.If you already have done the best overclocking for your card then please comment it out below so that everyone does not have to waste time by manually doing it by a hit and trial method. Don’t forget to mention the card and the brand name.

Mining Overclock Setting for Nvidia GTX 1080 Ti

I will be making table for each profitable algo and each variant of 1080 Ti very soon. Overclock setting will be different for different mining algorithm

If you have top variants of GTX 1080 Ti, Gigabyte Aourus Extreme Edition, Zotac Amp Extreme Edition,etc.

tdp : 80% – 120% [ I run my GPU’s at 85%]

core clock : +150

memory clock : +500

If you have middle 1080 Ti variant then use these settings

tdp : 80% – 120%

core clock : +75

memory clock : +400

If you have lower 1080 Ti variant, founder edition cards then use these settings

tdp : 80% – 120%

core clock : +50

memory clock : +300

If system crashes after overclocking then lower the values of overclock till system become stable

Mining Overclock Setting for Nvidia GTX 1060

I don’t have Nvidia GTX 1060, these are the minimum OC mining setting which should work

tdp : 80% – 120%

core clock : +75

memory clock : +300

Mining Overclock Setting for Nvidia GTX 1070

tdp : 80% – 120%

core clock : +75

memory clock : +300

I don’t have enough data for this post. If you mining then comment out your stable mining overclock setting for nvidia cards and help other site visitors.

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Video card 1060 — characteristics, requirements and overclocking

If you are looking for a time-tested video card that has not lost its relevance to this day, the Gigabyte Nvidia GeForce GTX 1060 is your choice. It is recommended by both ordinary users and specialists, leaving flattering reviews about its characteristics. Let’s see what makes the 1060 GTX graphics card so attractive to the consumer and what characteristics it boasts.

Contents

1 Characteristics of the Nvidia GeForce GTX 1060 video card and modifications
- 1.1 performance
- 1.2 Specifications
- 1.3 Compatibility and dimensions
- 1.4 Memory
- 1.5 Technologies
- 1. 6 Work card and maximum temperature of the NVIDIA GTX 1060
- 1.7 Official System Requirements
- 1.8 Other features
9000 9000 2 GTX 1060
3 Safe overclocking Nvidia GeForce GTX 1060
4 Water cooling for GTX 1060
5 Mining Nvidia GeForce GTX 1060 6 GB

Characteristics of the Nvidia GeForce GTX 1060 video card and modifications

Considering the characteristics of any video card, including the Gigabyte Nvidia GeForce GTX 1060, you need to pay attention to the following things: ;

Attached specifications;

Compatibility and dimensions;

Memory size;

Technologies used in the creation;

Values for operating temperature and temperature at increased loads;

Manufacturer’s declared system requirements;

Other features;

Each characteristic is of key importance and affects system performance. Let’s look at each item in more detail.

Performance

GTX has a high performance, which has different values depending on the modification. For example:

GTX model with 6 gigabytes of memory is equipped with a full-fledged 1060 processor;
The model with 3 gigabytes has a budget version of the processor, in which only 9 out of 10 data processing threads are active;

This difference does not make a significant difference in performance when performing normal tasks, but with increased loads the difference becomes more noticeable. If we consider performance figures for a gaming PC, then a GTX with 3 gigabytes of memory will not pull modern AAA toys. The older version will deal with them much more confidently.

Please note! GTX, to achieve high performance parameters, takes advantage of Pascal technology, which allows you to increase the speed of the processor.

Specifications

The GTX has the following specifications:

Clock speed — 1506 MHz;
Memory speed — 8 gigabits per second;
Memory bus bandwidth — 192 bits;
Power consumption — 120 W;
The maximum supported resolution in digital image format is 7680×4320;
Memory size — 3 or 6 gigabytes, depending on the configuration;

Compatibility and dimensions

An important parameter that you should pay attention to when buying a video card. Not infrequently, there are cases when the system unit is not suitable for a new video card and it has to be changed. Some try to modify the system unit for the realities of the new device, but this requires special knowledge and skills. Otherwise, you risk ruining your computer, left with nothing. When buying, be sure to check compatibility with:

Motherboard. Here the working interface and the connection bus play a decisive role;
Power supply. Requires appropriate connectors for connection;
Video card dimensions. If they do not fit the dimensions of the case or motherboard, there will be big problems with the installation;

GTX 1060 has the following meanings:

Length is 25 centimeters;
Thickness equal to two standard slots;
Height 11.1 centimeters;
Connection bus — PCle 3.0;
For stable operation, try to use at least 400 watt power supply;
Has additional 6 pin connectors for connecting to the power supply;

Memory

When describing the memory characteristics of a video card, the following parameters are distinguished:

Memory size. There is a model for 3 and 6 gigabytes;
Type of memory used — GDDR 5;
Memory operating frequency — 8,000 gigahertz;
Declared throughput — 195 GB per second;
The width of the used data bus is 192 bits;

GTX 1060 does not have shared memory.

Technologies

The supported technologies and their brief descriptions will be listed below:

3D Vision; Allows you to support 3D content such as movies, video games, 3D video viewing, and photography. To use this technology, the company has developed special compatible glasses, with the help of which the presence effect is increased significantly.
GPU Boost; Another technology for improving the quality of games, increasing the frame rate. With its help, the operating temperature of the video card is regulated, which affects its performance.
Game Stream; Optimizes the gaming experience by speeding it up without losing image quality. This is possible thanks to the support for frame rates in the region of 60 FPS, with image resolution up to 4K in high definition.
Surround; Provides the computer with the ability to connect up to 5 monitors to create a comfortable environment. Broadcasting is carried out in resolution up to 4K.
VR Ready; Allows you to work with a virtual environment at the level of professionals using all available tools.
CUDA; The technology used in the GTX 1060 is built on the basis of parallel computing processes using the GPU, which increases the processing power of the system.
Ansel;

With its help, the user can create screenshots that will be as good as professional photos in terms of image quality.

Shadow Works; This is not one technology, but a whole set. Their use gives the image even more realism, thanks to the work with shadows. Calculation of the shadow display depending on the lighting, shadow blurring and anti-aliasing — this is just a small list of its capabilities.
DSR; Converts the picture produced by the game in a higher resolution and optimizes it for the realities of your computer without losing quality.

Operating and maximum temperature for Nvidia GTX 1060

Asus Nvidia GeForce GTX 1060 series temperature, determined by 3 values:

During idle, it is 38o;
Normal temperature, not out of range, equal to 75o;
The maximum temperature, exceeding which threatens to destroy the video card, is 94o;

Please note! These indicators are declared by the manufacturer and are the reference in determining the state of the graphics adapter.

To measure the temperature of the Nvidia GeForce GTX 1060 video card, a huge number of auxiliary programs have been developed, which can be accessed via the Internet. Some of them are free, others are paid.

Official system requirements

Official system requirements apply to the power supply only. For the correct operation of the GTX 1060, it is recommended to use a power supply with a capacity of at least 400W. This is quite enough for comfortable operation of the video card, without loss of power. The power supply must have a 6 pin connector for connection. If it is missing, you will have to buy an adapter.

Make sure you have it in advance so you don’t get any unpleasant surprises later on.

Other features

Other features of the GTX 1060 include:

Multi-monitor connectivity;
Support for OpenGL, Vulkan, DirectX;
Number of transistors used — 4,400 million;
The distance between transistors in the video card processor is 16 nanometers;

Testing the GTX 1060 graphics card

When testing the GTX 1060, the following indicators were revealed:

Background noise at a distance of 100 centimeters from the video card is 20 decibels;
Minimum operating temperature — 38o;
Maximum — 75o;
The card was successfully tested on modern games and programs, showing decent performance, without loss of performance;

When running Destiny 2 at minimum settings, the FPS was around 160, at maximum it was at least 22.

Safe overclocking of the Nvidia GeForce GTX 1060 video card

You can overclock the GTX 1060 using a special utility called MSI Afterburner. Accelerate two parameters:

Video memory frequency;
GPU frequency;

Before overclocking, make sure that the power supply has more power than necessary. For our card, a 400W PSU is considered standard, and after overclocking, you will need a unit with a power of at least 500W. This should be taken into account, otherwise nothing good will come of your undertaking. During overclocking, try to increase power gradually, checking the system for stability. Keep in mind that any overclocking implies a deviation from the factory norms, which means that it is performed at your own peril and risk. It is advisable to overclock any elements of the system in the presence of a competent specialist.

Water cooling for GTX 1060

Water cooling is required when using GTX 1060 6 GB for mining. This will reduce the load on the system and extend its life. The advantages of such cooling include:

Increased system performance;
Possibility to cool several devices at the same time;
Compact dimensions;

Cons:

Difficult to install and set up properly;
A specially prepared liquid is used as water, which costs money. Tap water will not work;
Possible leak causing system short circuit;
High price;

Mining Nvidia GeForce GTX 1060 6 GB

Only the 1060 6 GB model is suitable for mining, since the younger version, starting from 2019, will not be able to store a file of top cryptocurrencies in DAG memory, which continue to grow in size every year. Ether can no longer be mined on them. GTX 1060 6 GB is popular among miners due to the large power reserve for overclocking. Compare:

At the base frequencies of the core of GeForce GTX video cards, the Ether mining rate is 19 MHS/sec;
In overclocked state, Nvidia GeForce GTX 1060 graphics card with frequency increased by 900 MHz, mining speed increased to 24 MHS/sec;

At the same time, power consumption is not growing critically, which makes the GeForce GTX 1060 6 GB so attractive for mining.

You can also read articles on the topics: How to overclock an Nvidia geforce GTX 650 video card and Additional power for a 6 pin 9 video card0003

KFA2 GeForce GTX 1060 OC 6 GB GDDR5X — Radeon RX 590 defeated, but only overclocked

Overclocking

This is where things get really interesting. Since the GTX 1060 GDDR5X uses D9VRL Micron chips clocked at just 1000MHz, there are high hopes for memory overclocking, especially considering that these chips are rated at 1375MHz.

The maximum manual VRAM overclock of our sample was 1440 MHz (+44%), and the GPU received +175 MHz to the base frequency, thereby increasing the maximum Boost level from 1924 MHz to 2050 MHz (+7%).

Yes, this is a really impressive memory overclock without any special settings. We just increase the frequency, as on any other card, until artifacts become noticeable. GPU overclocking is much lower than on other versions of GP104.

	Max. GPU Clock	Max. Memory Clock
Maximum overclock (comparison)
ASUS GTX 1060 STRIX OC	2188 MHz	9680 Mbps
Gigabyte GTX 1060 XtremeGaming	2164 MHz	9600 Mbps
KFA2 GTX 1060 GDDR5X OC	2050 MHz	11520 Mbps
MSI GTX 1060 Armor	2164 MHz	9800 Mbps
MSI GTX 1060 Gaming X 3GB	2152 MHz	9660 Mbps
MSI GTX 1060 Gaming X	2139MHz	9740 Mbps
MSI GTX 1060 OC	2144 MHz	9480 Mbps
NVIDIA GTX 1060 FE	2101 MHz	9520 Mbps
Palit GTX 1060 Super JetStream	2114 MHz	9380 Mbps
ZOTAC GTX 1060 Mini	2177 MHz	9080 Mbps

Overclocking Efficiency

Using the obtained clock speeds, a short Unigine Heaven test was run to evaluate the gain.