is my intel i7 7700k running too hot?

mustysloot

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just did a build and checked cpu thermometer while playing a game and it shows 4 cores in the 70-80's for cpu temp. that seems crazy high. im using noctua nh-u12s cooler. did i not put enough paste? also only using 2 case fans that came with my tower.

intel i7 7700k
aorus geforce 1080 ti
corsair vengenance 2x16
asus maximus hero ix
 

mustysloot

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i have no idea about the voltage settings. ive never messed with that. so probably auto. and when im idle ill get jumps up to 77c on one core while having almost nothing up. highest ive seen one of my cores go up to is like 93c while gaming.