Well I have an i7 3770 which is not overclocked. Monitoring using MSI afterburner i observe that while gaming my temperatures get high as 80-100 degress celcius. Though when idle my cpu temperature stays around 40 degrees. So should I be concerned? BTW cpu cooler is the stock one that intel provides.
Concerns regarding CPU temperatures.
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jafrankl
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Using integrated graphics for gaming without an aftermarket cooler? Getting those temps will shorten your CPU lifetime. Adding a GPU would really be the best solution, but a better cooler could help some as well.... I'm kinda surprised the system isn't shutting down with a stock cooler and those temps.
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It does seem a bit high; Even for the stock cooler.
Which games are you playing?
How is the rest of the airflow in your case configured?
Which games are you playing?
How is the rest of the airflow in your case configured?
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Is your power supply exhausting its heat upward or out through the bottom of your case? Exhausting the power supply heat directly out of the case is optimal.
Also, when posting about system issues/concerns you should probably list the system components so we can actually troubleshoot...
Also, when posting about system issues/concerns you should probably list the system components so we can actually troubleshoot...
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I assume the front fan pulls air and the top pushes it out? If it is configured like that the airflow shouldn't be the problem.
How hot does your GPU get?
Have you tried other monitoring software to see if you get the same results?
How hot does your GPU get?
Have you tried other monitoring software to see if you get the same results?
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Lannister in the North
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Still, with an ambient temp of 19, getting up to 100°C while gaming seems like a lot.
What happens when you put your CPU under load outside of gaming? (Prime95) do you also get those temps?
I think you are best off re-applying your thermal paste and if that doesn't drop temperatures sufficiently i'd go for an aftermarket cooler.
Remember, metal on metal conducts the best, the paste is only there to fill up the air pockets, you want as little as possible.
(better look up a full guide on applying thermal paste if you decide to do it.)
What happens when you put your CPU under load outside of gaming? (Prime95) do you also get those temps?
I think you are best off re-applying your thermal paste and if that doesn't drop temperatures sufficiently i'd go for an aftermarket cooler.
Remember, metal on metal conducts the best, the paste is only there to fill up the air pockets, you want as little as possible.
(better look up a full guide on applying thermal paste if you decide to do it.)
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We live in a world of standards and specifications. Intel's Thermal Specifications are based on Standard Ambient, which is 22C. We can't make accurate comparisons without knowing ambient temperature.
saphymixz,
Please read these Tom's Stickies:
Thermal Paste Comparison, Part One: Applying Grease And More - http://www.tomshardware.com/reviews/thermal-paste-heat-sink-heat-spreader,3600.html
Intel Stock Cooler Installation Guide - http://www.tomshardware.com/forum/338655-28-intel-stock-cooler-installation-guide
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If you're breaking it down to the scientific terms, the delta T from startup to operating temperature should not be dependent upon ambient if the cooler is properly design. The heat transfer due to multiple fins and air movement should cause enough cooling that ambient no longer plays a role, unless another factor comes into play.
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Personal Computers are air cooled. All computer temperatures are relative to ambient temperature.
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Since you have a non-K i7 3770, Intel's stock cooler is adequate. Although upgrading the cooler isn't a bad idea, it shouldn't be necessary. This problem can be fixed.
Your temperatures suggest that one of the push pins is not securely attached through the motherboard.
The Intel Stock Cooler Installation Guide I posted above for you explains in detail how to check your cooler. Please give it a read.
Your temperatures suggest that one of the push pins is not securely attached through the motherboard.
The Intel Stock Cooler Installation Guide I posted above for you explains in detail how to check your cooler. Please give it a read.
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