HWMonitor

[RussK1]

Does anyone know what "package" is under the core temps? I've always thought "CPUTIN" was Tcase temps (die) but the "package" reading has me simply confused. Is the "package" reading an average for the cores? Just want to know because I typically don't look at core temps when running IBT or Linx. 20 passes of IBT at max (14+gb ram) with 8 threads @ 4.5ghz CPUTIN never reaches over 52c and the package temps never get over 71c.

So what is it, or is it another thing HWmonitor threw in that they're going to keep clandestine? Like VIN5 & 6?

Thanks

 

[scout_03]

integrated heat spreader on the intel chips http://www.intel.com/support/processors/corei7/sb/CS-030866.htm

 

[RussK1]

integrated heat spreader on the intel chips http://www.intel.com/support/processors/corei7/sb/CS-030866.htm

I have SB and the link is for lga1366...but I gather if this tech is used with 1155 it's an integrated thermal solution to control variable fan speeds with properly attached heatsinks(?).

 

[RussK1]

Best answer selected by russwood1488.