i7 3770k temp getting hotter everyday.
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sherifsaid123
April 1, 2013 3:22:18 PM
I ran my i7 3770k at 4.2GHz until yesterday at least using OCgenie because I noticed that the temperatures weren't that bad while using OCgenie. At first when I started using OCgenie, I was getting around 52c while benchmarking, but up until yesterday, it started to hit 57c while benchmarking. Even when I stop using OCgenie now I still get temperatures higher than what I use to get before. Before I started using OCgenie I use to get 49c while benchmarking, but now I get 52c while benchmarking. The heatsink was installed just around 1 month ago so I definitely do not think that I need to reapply the thermal paste. I am currently using Corsair H70 water cooler. Anyone has any idea why this is happening to me?
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sherifsaid123
April 1, 2013 3:29:26 PM
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The preferred method for overclocking is to adjust your settings in BIOS.
Once you've created an overclock, follow a standardized thermal test by removing case covers, set all fans at 100% RPM, then run Prime95 Small FFT's for 10 minutes. Thermal saturation is typically reached within 7 to 8 minutes, so a 10 minute run is sufficient to determine core temperatures, but an 8 to 12 hour run is used to determine stability. Use Real Temp 3.7 to monitor your temperatures.
Make sure to that you measure Ambient temperature near the intake with a trusted analog or digital device. Core temperatures are most affected by Vcore and Ambient temperature. Standard Ambient Temperature is 22c, so if you test using this method, then your results will always be repeatable.
Once you've created an overclock, follow a standardized thermal test by removing case covers, set all fans at 100% RPM, then run Prime95 Small FFT's for 10 minutes. Thermal saturation is typically reached within 7 to 8 minutes, so a 10 minute run is sufficient to determine core temperatures, but an 8 to 12 hour run is used to determine stability. Use Real Temp 3.7 to monitor your temperatures.
Make sure to that you measure Ambient temperature near the intake with a trusted analog or digital device. Core temperatures are most affected by Vcore and Ambient temperature. Standard Ambient Temperature is 22c, so if you test using this method, then your results will always be repeatable.
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sherifsaid123
April 1, 2013 3:49:29 PM
I know about the preferred method for overclocking, which I will eventually do when I think i'm ready. For now I just want to use OCgenie to overclock (if the temperatures would allow me to) that's why i'm asking if these temperatures seem okay or if OCgenie could've been the cause of this random sudden temperature increase.
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57C is not hot ... it's barely warm. Intel's Thermal Specification for the i7 3770K is 67C, which is shown in their Processor Spec Finder - http://ark.intel.com/products/65523/Intel-Core-i7-3770K...
Tcase is the spec for CPU temperature, NOT Core temperatures. Intel's Thermal Specifications are confusing at best, but Core temperatures are 5C higher than CPU temperature, so 72C is the equivalent.
Tcase is the spec for CPU temperature, NOT Core temperatures. Intel's Thermal Specifications are confusing at best, but Core temperatures are 5C higher than CPU temperature, so 72C is the equivalent.
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wiggbot
April 1, 2013 3:57:09 PM
A couple of things you can do hardware wise:
-clean out the cpu cooler
-check the cooler fan rpm vs what it is supposed to be
-remove cooler and reapply thermal compound
Which MSI board do you have? I've got the z77a-gd65 and an i7 3770k. If you are interested in doing a very easy yet powerful overclock, it's fairly simple.
-turn off OCGenie
-ensure your OC settings are at stock (ie auto voltages, etc)
-under cpu configurations, increase the turbo boost to 42-44 for the cores.
Bam. Done. Around there, auto voltage will give you a perfectly stable overclock. You could fiddle with it to optimize if you choose.
Here's a write-up for the same family of motherboard: http://forums.overclockers.co.uk/showthread.php?t=18340...
-clean out the cpu cooler
-check the cooler fan rpm vs what it is supposed to be
-remove cooler and reapply thermal compound
Which MSI board do you have? I've got the z77a-gd65 and an i7 3770k. If you are interested in doing a very easy yet powerful overclock, it's fairly simple.
-turn off OCGenie
-ensure your OC settings are at stock (ie auto voltages, etc)
-under cpu configurations, increase the turbo boost to 42-44 for the cores.
Bam. Done. Around there, auto voltage will give you a perfectly stable overclock. You could fiddle with it to optimize if you choose.
Here's a write-up for the same family of motherboard: http://forums.overclockers.co.uk/showthread.php?t=18340...
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sherifsaid123
April 1, 2013 4:02:19 PM
I have the same exact mobo and processor Wiggbot. I don't know what are the OC stock settings are though. How can I find that out? also are you sure that 4.4ghz is stable with stock OC settings? (i'm a true noob when it comes to overclocking so bare with my stupid questions)
also yes, I did check the water block. Everything seems normal and the teeth are locked in nice and ferm. The fans on the radiator are connected via molex cable so unfortunately I can't check the RPM.
also yes, I did check the water block. Everything seems normal and the teeth are locked in nice and ferm. The fans on the radiator are connected via molex cable so unfortunately I can't check the RPM.
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sherifsaid123
April 1, 2013 4:08:46 PM
From my 2nd post:
" ... follow a standardized thermal test by removing case covers, set all fans at 100% RPM, then run Prime95 Small FFT's for 10 minutes. Thermal saturation is typically reached within 7 to 8 minutes, so a 10 minute run is sufficient to determine core temperatures, but an 8 to 12 hour run is used to determine stability. Use Real Temp 3.7 to monitor your temperatures.
Make sure to that you measure Ambient temperature near the intake with a trusted analog or digital device. Core temperatures are most affected by Vcore and Ambient temperature. Standard Ambient Temperature is 22c, so if you test using this method, then your results will always be repeatable."
" ... follow a standardized thermal test by removing case covers, set all fans at 100% RPM, then run Prime95 Small FFT's for 10 minutes. Thermal saturation is typically reached within 7 to 8 minutes, so a 10 minute run is sufficient to determine core temperatures, but an 8 to 12 hour run is used to determine stability. Use Real Temp 3.7 to monitor your temperatures.
Make sure to that you measure Ambient temperature near the intake with a trusted analog or digital device. Core temperatures are most affected by Vcore and Ambient temperature. Standard Ambient Temperature is 22c, so if you test using this method, then your results will always be repeatable."
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wiggbot
April 1, 2013 4:19:38 PM
sherifsaid123 said:
I have the same exact mobo and processor Wiggbot. I don't know what are the OC stock settings are though. How can I find that out? also are you sure that 4.4ghz is stable with stock OC settings? (i'm a true noob when it comes to overclocking so bare with my stupid questions)also yes, I did check the water block. Everything seems normal and the teeth are locked in nice and ferm. The fans on the radiator are connected via molex cable so unfortunately I can't check the RPM.
If you've never touched any of the settings, you're golden. I am currently running my turbo boost multipliers at 44, hence 4.4 ghz. It is literally the only change I've made. Monitoring my voltages, they never go above 1.254v. My temperatures are also quite low, but I am using a Noctua NH-D14. Mind you, I have the fans for it running slowly.
The reason I have this overclock is to let my computer continue to use power saving features. You could do a standard overclock where you set your multiplier, voltages, etc manually, but you lose some of the power saving.
Read over that thread I posted in my last post. The OP has screenshots and notes for every setting.
All that said, do keep in mind that overclocking does lead to higher temperatures. 57 isn't bad, but the temperature getting higher all the time isn't the best. If you are a little worried about increased heat or dealing with BIOS to overclock, I'd suggest you continue to use your PC as you are. While not the most powerful overclock, OCGenie is by far the easiest method. If CPU temperatures continue to rise all the time, perhaps consider replacing your CPU cooler or at least its fans or ensuring that your fans have an ample source of fresh air.
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Prime95: http://mersenne.org/
CPU-Z: http://www.cpuid.com/softwares/cpu-z.html
Real Temp: http://www.techpowerup.com/realtemp/
CPU-Z: http://www.cpuid.com/softwares/cpu-z.html
Real Temp: http://www.techpowerup.com/realtemp/
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sherifsaid123
April 3, 2013 1:28:40 PM
Thanks guys, I'll try the requests above, but I just wanted to know one more thing. I keep getting really annoying hiccups and fps drops while playing certain games like planetside2(fps dips to low 30s), bioshock infinite ( completely random dips from 200+ fps to 30s when moving to new areas then right back up to 200fps), WoW ( dips to low 40s during 25m raids and world bosses. Basically I always get some sort of annoying problem with most games. So far, the only game that was running 100% perfect and never gets fps dips is Dead Space 3. I have no clue why I keep getting lame issues. I always run a benchmark test on my system using 3dmark11 and the results don't seem to be dropping overtime or anything. I usually get around 10290P for overall rating. Do you guys think this is a normal score for my rig?
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sherifsaid123
April 3, 2013 1:30:38 PM
Thanks guys, I'll try the requests above, but I just wanted to know one more thing. I keep getting really annoying hiccups and fps drops while playing certain games like planetside2(fps dips to low 30s), bioshock infinite ( completely random dips from 200+ fps to 30s when moving to new areas then right back up to 200fps), WoW ( dips to low 40s during 25m raids and world bosses. Basically I always get some sort of annoying problem with most games. So far, the only game that was running 100% perfect and never gets fps dips is Dead Space 3. I have no clue why I keep getting lame issues. I always run a benchmark test on my system using 3dmark11 and the results don't seem to be dropping overtime or anything. I usually get around 10290P for overall rating. Do you guys think this is a normal score for my rig?
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sherifsaid123
April 3, 2013 3:36:53 PM
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