If you are a gamer, the most important component of your desktop PC is the graphics card. The GPU provides all the graphics horsepower you need to play the latest and greatest games on your PC. And the performance of each game depends on how powerful your graphics card is. That said, some people aren't happy with their GPU's stock performance and want to squeeze out every bit of performance possible. This is where GPU overclocking comes into play.

If you've bought one of the latest graphics cards like the AMD RX 7900 XTX or the Nvidia RTX 4090, you must be eager to reach the maximum performance potential of your thousand dollar GPU. But overclocking is not only scary but also risky if not done correctly and can potentially damage your GPU. That's why we step in to guide you through the step-by-step process of overclocking your GPU and getting better gaming performance.

If you cause damage to your GPU due to improper overclocking, or perform BIOS mods to extend the voltage limits, your warranty may be voided. While GPU overclocking doesn't directly void the warranty, it's important not to go overboard with unrealistic overclocks. To be clear, be sure to do your research regarding the GPU brand's warranty policy before considering overclocking.

Take the time to optimize the airflow in your PC case. Add more fans if possible and make sure there is decent inflow and outflow for efficient heat dissipation. Your graphics card wants fresh air and needs to dissipate all the heat it emits. The cooler your GPU is, the better temperature overhead you have for overclocking.