My CPU Temp

[truewind793]

Hello ! New to the Forums! I just assembled my first computer as a budget gaming rig. My CPU is AMD Phenom II X4 Black Edition. I have it on with the stock fan at the moment. It runs 57-58C on all 4 cores on Full Load while video encoding and some games like Battlefield 3. Is this normal? My room temperature is normally 16-20 it varies since heater is sometimes on and its winter time. Or Do I need to get a better fan for preparation for Spring and Summer? If so please recommend me some. Not too expensive please I am on a tight budget!
Thanks in Advance!

 

[sosofm]

Yes in full load that temperature is normal.
My recomandation is : http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16835103099

 

[dannoddd]

Those temps are normal at full load, BUT, the max temp on a PII is supposed to be 60*C. So you're pretty close there. I would definitely upgrade, way cooler and quiet. I personally would suggest getting a nicer model, such as one of the Xigmatek coolers, or a Scythe.


http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16835185168

This requires you to remove mobo and heatsink retention plate.
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http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16835233082

This uses a simple clamp system.