CPU temps - should I be content?

dt97583 · 11 Jun 2013 at 20:55

Hi guys,

I've ran Prime95 for 1.5 hours and watched as the CPU temperatures fluctuated around 83c then upto around 97c then back down to around 83c and so on.

I suppose I was expecting cooler temperatures given the Alpenfohn K2.

Should I be content given the 4.4GHz overclock?

I've read Ivy Bridge runs hot but most people seem to say less than 90c is fine.

Thanks

On Holiday · 11 Jun 2013 at 20:58

Seems rather high to me, I've not looked too much into a 3570k though, but others on 4.5GHz at 1.3v are seeing temps of 70-80c.

setter · 11 Jun 2013 at 21:00

Seems a bit high for a k2. What speed is the cpu at, and how much vcore are you using? With the same cooler and 1.3200v, my 3570k at 4.5ghz was maxing out at 75c on the highest core using intel burn test. This generates temps a bit higher than p95. Also, how much paste did you use, and is the cooler bracket secure enough?

Ian Evey · 11 Jun 2013 at 22:28

I agree, that does look high, try 4.2 with 1.2 volts maybe? You dont really need 4.5ghz unless your after scores on benchmarks or a few more fps in some games. my 3570k at 4.3ghz and 1.2v runs at 60c with prime, and i think your cooler may be a bit better than mine ( xigmatek aegir ).

dt97583 · 11 Jun 2013 at 22:37

Applying pressure to the cooler brings the temps down to around 60c. I'll post in the CS section. Thanks

setter · 11 Jun 2013 at 22:41

Was this a pre built system? If you remove the centre 140mm fan, using a long star headed screwdriver you can try tightening the two bolts that hold the coolers retention bar in place. Be careful not to overtighten as the screws are spring loaded.

dt97583 · 11 Jun 2013 at 22:44

setter said:
Was this a pre built system? If you remove the centre 140mm fan, using a long star headed screwdriver you can try tightening the two bolts that hold the coolers retention bar in place. Be careful not to overtighten as the screws are spring loaded.

Certainly was a pre-built system. Thanks for your advice. I've posted in the CS section too.

setter · 11 Jun 2013 at 23:25

Your welcome, perhaps the cooler has came loose during transit. The guys in cs will see you right.

olivier renault · 12 Jun 2013 at 08:34

fans actually turning? I would think so, and it's just a glitch from HWMonitor, but you never know. The BIOS would usually stop the boot is no fans are plugged in too. But again, you never know!

apeksdiver · 12 Jun 2013 at 08:45

davidmt83 said:
Applying pressure to the cooler brings the temps down to around 60c. I'll post in the CS section. Thanks

Get some thermal compound and remove and reseat the cooler, unless you want to send it back to be sorted.