SOLVED: How To Disable GPU Overclocking?

While it is true that overclocking can enhance your GPU’s operation without any additional costs, it is recommended not to go beyond its optimum capacity. Plus, you should immediately turn off overclocking in GPU if it shows signs of overheating or instability. Thus, knowing how to disable GPU overclocking using control software and other methods is crucial.

Key Takeaways

• Overclocking a GPU helps in enhancing its performance for better gameplay and smoother graphics.
• You can disable overclocking on your GPU from third-party software, graphics card software, or the BIOS.
• Consider turning off overclocking if your GPU is overheating, the system is malfunctioning, or the power source is being strained.

How To Disable GPU Overclocking?

Turning off GPU overclocking can become necessary when you want to lower GPU temperature and fix sudden crashes or freezes in your system.

Disable From BIOS Settings

The system BIOS offers an option to enable or disable the GPU overclocking. However, the key combinations to access BIOS varies with each manufacturer, so make sure you are pressing the right ones. You can also check the manufacturer’s manual to find the correct BIOS keys for your computer.

1. Restart your computer and press the relevant keys to enter the “BIOS Mode.” I have listed down the BIOS key combinations for some common manufacturers.
   

   MANUFACTURER	BIOS MENU KEY
   Lenovo	F1, F2, or F12
   HP	F10, Esc, Or F9
   Dell	F2 Or F12
   Asus	F2 or Esc
   Acer	F2 Or F12
   Samsung	F2 Or Esc
   Sony	F1, F2, F3, Or F11

2. Go to a menu reading “Advanced” or “Advanced Settings.”
3. Find “GPU Settings” or a similar option relating to GPU Overclocking.
4. “Disable” GPU overclocking.
5. Save the settings.
6. Exit the BIOS menu.

Also Check: How To Reset BIOS Settings

Uninstall Overclocking Software

There are dedicated pieces of software for overclocking purposes, such as MSI Afterburner or Gigabyte Xtreme Engine. Uninstall any such programs to return your GPU to its default speed and settings. Besides, also check out these best GPU overclocking software.

Through Control Panel Software

Most graphics card manufacturers have exclusive software designed to control and modify different aspects of a GPU. For example, if you own NVIDIA Graphics Card, you can download NVIDIA Control Panel to modify its settings.

NVIDIA Control Panel

1. Right-click on the “Desktop” screen. Select “NVIDIA Control Panel” from the mini-menu.
2. Go to “Manage 3D Settings” from the left bar of the app.
3. Go to “Performance” in the “Global Settings” section.
4. Pick “Power Management Mode.”
5. If it is set to “Prefer Maximum Performance,” it means overclocking is active.
6. Change to the “Optimal Power” option to disable overclocking in NVIDIA GPU.

   

Also Read: NVIDIA Control Panel Crashing 

AMD Radeon Control Panel

1. Come to the “Desktop” and do a right-click.
2. Choose “AMD Radeon Software” to launch the control panel.
3. Select the “Performance” tab.
4. Choose the second option, “Tuning.”
5. Keep “Tuning Control” as “Default” under the GPU heading.

   

Also Read: How To Fix GPU Keeps Crashing 

MSI Afterburner

1. Launch “MSI Afterburner.”
2. Find the “Reset” button on the bottom and click on it.

   

3. This will disable GPU overclocking on your PC.

Intel Extreme Tuning Utility

1. Open the “Intel Extreme Tuning Utility” software on your computer.
2. Highlight “Advanced tuning” on the left pane. Then, select “Graphics” in the same section.
3. Keep “Processor Graphics Voltage” to “Default.”
4. Next, set “Processor Graphics Voltage Offset” to “0.000V.”

   

5. Press the “Apply” button followed by “Save.” 

   

What Is Overclocking?

All computer components like CPU and GPU are designed to function at their minimum speed by default. However, users can increase the component’s clock speed to meet their work or gaming requirements. By modifying the clock speed beyond default settings, you can increase the GPU’s performance to perform more tasks in a given time frame. This procedure is known as “Overclocking.”

Are There Risks Associated With Overclocking GPU?

Although overclocking may appear as a useful process at first, it brings along potential damage to your GPU. For example, overclocking may;

• Lead to graphics card overheating, which could cause your computer to malfunction or crash.
• Cause various system or driver errors.
• Consume more power than usual.
• Damage the data and files in your computer.
• Decrease the lifespan of your GPU and affect its overall healthy operation.

Therefore, it is necessary to take precautionary measures if you choose to overclock your GPU or any other component. To reduce the chances of the risks mentioned above, you can apply cooling solutions, vigilantly monitor the system’s temperature, and not increase the speed beyond an optimal range. 

Final Words

These are some tried and tested methods you can use to disable GPU overclocking. While overclocking GPU, be careful not to exceed its capacity to avoid damaging your GPU.

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