How does LHR affect the performance of GPUs used for cryptocurrency mining?

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• SEliacinJun 29, 2022 · 3 years ago
  LHR, or Lite Hash Rate, is a feature introduced by NVIDIA to limit the mining efficiency of their GPUs. It reduces the hash rate of the GPU when mining certain cryptocurrencies, making them less attractive for miners. This is done to address the issue of GPU shortages caused by miners buying up large quantities of GPUs. While LHR does decrease the mining performance, it also helps to ensure that GPUs are more readily available for gamers and other non-mining users. So, while it may not be ideal for miners, it does serve a purpose in the market.
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• Snedker MadsenApr 04, 2025 · 4 months ago
  LHR is like a speed limiter for GPUs used in cryptocurrency mining. It puts a cap on the hash rate, which is the speed at which a GPU can solve complex mathematical problems required for mining. This means that even if you have a powerful GPU, its performance will be limited when mining certain cryptocurrencies. While this may seem like a disadvantage for miners, it actually helps to maintain a more balanced ecosystem by preventing excessive GPU hoarding and ensuring availability for other users.
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• 016_Luh Debi PramestyJun 03, 2024 · a year ago
  As an expert at BYDFi, I can tell you that LHR has had a significant impact on the mining community. It has caused a decrease in mining efficiency for GPUs that have this feature enabled. Miners have had to adjust their strategies and find alternative cryptocurrencies that are not affected by LHR. While it may be frustrating for miners, it has helped to address the issue of GPU shortages and make GPUs more accessible to other users. Overall, LHR is a necessary step towards a more sustainable and inclusive mining ecosystem.
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