Is my 3770k running too hot?

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Ok, so I just installed a new Ivy Bridge Core I7 3770K processor in my computer, I have a dedicated graphics card and I'm using intel's Desktop utilities to monitor the temperature of the CPU, I'm running at stock clocks,The temperature Idle is around 30-40c based on weather conditions, now when I play a heavy game like GTA 4 it doesn't lag or crash, but the second I close the game I notice the temps have shot up to almost 70c!! After which it slowly goes back to 30-40c.

So I'm wondering Is this normal? Or am I at risk of damaging my CPU for letting it go so hot?
 
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iamcacao
Those temperatures aren't too bad, but just playing a game isn't really the best CPU stress test. I recommend running intel burn test or prime 95 and seeing how your temperatures do after an hour or so. As long as you stay in the 70-80c range it's not too bad, I would start getting a bit concerned if you start going into the 90s.
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Yes I'm using the stock cooler and paste, but I'm still extremely concerned about the temperature, wouldn't want to fry such an expensive chip.

 
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Those temperatures aren't too bad, but just playing a game isn't really the best CPU stress test. I recommend running intel burn test or prime 95 and seeing how your temperatures do after an hour or so. As long as you stay in the 70-80c range it's not too bad, I would start getting a bit concerned if you start going into the 90s.
 
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