HWiNFO64 pre-release version 8.51 expands hardware monitoring capabilities for modern graphics cards. This update gives PC builders and overclockers finer control over thermal management by tracking memory temperatures at the individual chip level. Users who rely on precise thermal data for stability testing will find these new metrics essential for diagnosing memory-related bottlenecks.
Pre-release version 8.51 expands thermal tracking for modern graphics cards
The software now supports per-chip VRAM temperature monitoring for a wide range of AMD and NVIDIA GPUs. AMD users gain access to this feature across the RX 5000 through RX 9000 series. NVIDIA owners benefit from the same granular tracking for graphics cards equipped with GDDR6X or GDDR7 memory modules.
Beyond memory monitoring, the patch introduces hotspot temperature support for NVIDIA Blackwell architecture GPUs. This addition specifically targets the RTX 50 series, allowing users to track peak thermal points on the most recent hardware. The update also adds identification support for newly released AMD models, including the RX 9060 XT LP and RX 9050.
The patch notes for version 8.51 do not explain the technical method used to discover or implement the AMD VRAM monitoring feature. We looked at the last HWiNFO64 update while tracking these changes and noted similar themes in how the tool evolves. The software continues to prioritize detailed hardware visibility without revealing the underlying discovery process for new sensors.
This pre-release version delivers specific thermal monitoring improvements for current-generation AMD and NVIDIA graphics cards. The update confirms support for new AMD models and expands VRAM tracking for existing high-end GPUs. Users can now download the pre-release to access these granular thermal metrics immediately.
Source: TweakTown
