I've read reviews which claim that the 6970 should idle around 41c
http://www.hardocp.com/article/2010/12/14/amd_radeon_hd_6970_6950_video_card_review/8
For some reason the card I got idles closer to 60. This worries me that the card will overheat when gaming and is running way too hot. I haven't overclocked the card at all and should have good airflow through my case. There are 3 80mm fans in front pulling air in, 2 in back and a 120mm on top of the case blowing air out. The room the computer is located in is under 73F.
http://www.hardocp.com/article/2010/12/14/amd_radeon_hd_6970_6950_video_card_review/8
For some reason the card I got idles closer to 60. This worries me that the card will overheat when gaming and is running way too hot. I haven't overclocked the card at all and should have good airflow through my case. There are 3 80mm fans in front pulling air in, 2 in back and a 120mm on top of the case blowing air out. The room the computer is located in is under 73F.