Q9400 Prime95 Temp Question
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Hello all!
Just have a simple question here. I just replaced my old E5700 dual core with a Q2C Q9400
My old CPU was running around 60-65 peak temps under moderate to heavy load, didnt know of/use prime95 at the time.
Due to concern of my ability to apply thermal paste, I have been using it with my new CPU to take things for a test run.
As of right now, during regular intensive usage ( multiple games open, multiple apps, enough to bottleneck my GPU and put CPU around 60% - 70% usage ) my temps range from 60-70 degrees.
While running Prime95 my temps are capping at 79/73/76/77.
I have checked my TIM application multiple times to ensure a thin even coat, and seem to be doing ok with it, if possibly a little thick. ( Cleaned with rubbing alcohol and reapplied each time )
My question is - Are these acceptable temperatures for prolonged usage, since I dont currently have the budget for a better cooling unit?
Temps are being monitored with RealTemp 3.70.
Just have a simple question here. I just replaced my old E5700 dual core with a Q2C Q9400
My old CPU was running around 60-65 peak temps under moderate to heavy load, didnt know of/use prime95 at the time.
Due to concern of my ability to apply thermal paste, I have been using it with my new CPU to take things for a test run.
As of right now, during regular intensive usage ( multiple games open, multiple apps, enough to bottleneck my GPU and put CPU around 60% - 70% usage ) my temps range from 60-70 degrees.
While running Prime95 my temps are capping at 79/73/76/77.
I have checked my TIM application multiple times to ensure a thin even coat, and seem to be doing ok with it, if possibly a little thick. ( Cleaned with rubbing alcohol and reapplied each time )
My question is - Are these acceptable temperatures for prolonged usage, since I dont currently have the budget for a better cooling unit?
Temps are being monitored with RealTemp 3.70.
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Youre absolutely right oldie, but im just curious if running low 70s / high 60s while gaming UNTIL I get a new heatsink is -
A - Borderline fry my processor
B - Not that big of a deal and can be dealt with later.
C - Should be a little nervous, but probably wont do anything but shorten CPU lifespan a bit.
A - Borderline fry my processor
B - Not that big of a deal and can be dealt with later.
C - Should be a little nervous, but probably wont do anything but shorten CPU lifespan a bit.
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