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    M1330 gpu nvidia-settings

    Discussion in 'Dell XPS and Studio XPS' started by Julius_C, Aug 1, 2008.

  1. Julius_C

    Julius_C Newbie

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    Hi.

    I've got an M1330 and in Vista 32 bit the gpu idles at around 53°C (as measured by HWmonitor) yet in Ubuntu's Hardy Heron 64 bit after installing envy I am told by nvidia-settings that the gpu runs at about 43°C (a whopping 10°C difference).


    Have anyother dual booters seen such variation? This is my first time using Linux, so could anybody tell me what this is down to? Could it be a faulty sensor reading?

    Cheers,
    Julius
     
    Julius_C, Aug 1, 2008
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  2. Lucanesti

    Lucanesti Notebook Deity

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    Never seen Ubuntu, as its worthless and not worth putting on my laptop, but Im assuming its allowing the GPU to idle more because of a more basic UI?

    That's just my guess. My GPU Idles at 47-52.
     
    Lucanesti, Aug 1, 2008
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    yeah probably because ubuntu goes easier on your whole computer, try turning compiz on and let the temps RISE!
     
    Koer, Aug 1, 2008
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