Is it bad to max out your GPU?

Yes, it’s entirely normal. 99% load means your GPU is being fully used. That’s fine, because that’s exactly what it’s for. 70 degrees is a very good temperature for a GTX 970 under max load.

How do I get rid of Max performance on my graphics card?

How To Boost GPU PerformanceWatercool Your GPU: Not as simple as dusting out your PC but also not as hard as rocket science! Overclock: Overclock your GPU! Update Drivers: Head on over to Nvidia or AMD’s driver website and download the latest graphics card driver for your specific GPU. Improve Airflow: Clean Your PC: Fix Hardware Bottleneck:

How do you know when your graphics card is dying?

Signs that your video card is failingScreen Glitches usually happen when the video card is busy with an application, such as when we watch a movie or play a game. Stuttering is typically noticeable when playing a game. Artifacts are similar to screen glitches. Fan speed is a common sign of video card issues.