[jakubtomanik]

When it comes to GPU mining (especially ETH) it is very common to undervolt / power limit a GPU as it reduces power usage greatly so the temperatures are lower than usually. Power consumption together with the price of kWh is an important factor that affects mining profitability

[dogma1138]

Yes but they are still stuck in open air cases in not exactly pristine environments.

Getting a GPU that has been running 24/7 for 2-3 years will be the mother of all lotteries.