The New EVGA Precision X1: Taming the Beast with Power Target Max 106

NVIDIA's recent move to slow down the fan response time on their GTX 780 graphics card has sparked a flurry of interest among gamers and enthusiasts alike. The change, which was implemented through the new EVGA Precision X power target max 106, seems to be a deliberate attempt to reduce fan noise and improve overall system stability.

In our testing, we found that the GTX 780 doesn't seem to suffer at all from this change. In fact, it performs just as well as its predecessor, the GTX Titan. This is likely due to the fact that fan response times haven't been an issue with Titan or past NVIDIA cards, and we'd be hard pressed to tell the difference between the two.

But what exactly does this mean for the average user? Simply put, slowing down the fan response time helps to keep the fan speed from spiking so much. This in turn reduces the likelihood of loud fans becoming noticeable, as rapidly changing fan speeds are a key factor in drawing attention to the card.

NVIDIA has told us that they've found that next to loud fans in general, the second most important factor in fan noise becoming noticeable is rapidly changing fan speeds. By slowing down these fluctuations, NVIDIA is able to create a smoother and more stable experience for users.

But what about the GTX Titan? How does it compare to its newer counterpart? In short, GTX 780 makes one notable deviation from GTX Titan - the slow down of fan response time. This change seems to have been implemented specifically to address the issue of rapid fan speed fluctuations, which can be particularly noticeable during periods of high system load.

In conclusion, the new EVGA Precision X power target max 106 is a welcome addition to NVIDIA's lineup of graphics cards. By slowing down fan response times and reducing fluctuations in fan speeds, NVIDIA has created a smoother and more stable experience for users. With no discernible impact on performance, we see no reason why this change shouldn't be implemented across the board - GTX Titan included.

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