~100c 8600k @ 1.25v in Prime

[mattius1989]

I've recently upgraded to an 8600k from a 3570k and whilst doing so, I brought in a new cooler (link). I went for an auto OC at 4.5GHz, monitored the voltage and subsequently fixed it at 1.25.

The system is totally stable and the temps in real life usage rarely go over 70c. When I run Prime95 for stability testing, I'm certain the temps would hit 100c if I let it. I stopped it last night once it hit the 90c point.

Would you say that the cooler is insufficient (I read decent reviews at the time) or could it be a compound issue? I went for the usual pea size blob method.

 

[mattius1989]

I'm using the latest version. Should I disable the AVX option prime for thermal testing? It only ramps up to dangerous levels once the second "phase" of the blend test kicks starts.

 

[mattius1989]

Would these temps be roughly the same for anyone then?

 

[mattius1989]

I would say that cooler isn't good enough for stressing the system. You need something like a noctua NH-D15 or a good AIO. You need something that will disapate the heat well. A £20 cooler isn't going to do that. Coolers and power supplies are something you shouldn't cheap out on

Well in my defense it seemed to be a solid performer for the price when reviewed and was within 5c or so of more expensive models. I will submit that I should have gone for something a bit beefier in hindsight.

 

[mattius1989]

Thanks for feedback. I'll look into getting a better cooler when funds allow.