7700X performs Cinebench with ease, impresses with Chrome speed.
7700X performs Cinebench with ease, impresses with Chrome speed.
I began testing custom fan drivers last week. Everything functions as expected for my 7800 XT, yet the fans still increase unexpectedly, claiming the CPU as the problem. It seems specific uses of Google Chrome trigger a massive voltage spike. I observed that when Chrome is running, fans reach 25% and then ramp up to 50%, hitting 84°C for about 20 seconds. At 25% load with Chrome, it stays at 81°C for 10 minutes, using around 80W. My Cinebench power consumption remains low despite the 7700X’s capabilities. I’ve set power limits and optimized the curve. While 84°C isn’t alarming, the pattern shows voltage surging aggressively to that level, which is concerning for an undervolted chip. Task Manager shows Chrome at ~10% CPU while it peaks, and MSI Afterburner reports 15% total. I understand 84°C is safe, but this combination suggests a voltage issue that’s impacting performance. Any suggestions?
Functioning as planned means each core receives a portion of the energy, and temperatures remain manageable despite increased load. Chrome and possibly CB ST will limit the number of cores working intensely. The processor increases its speed to deliver maximum timing. Very high frequencies demand higher voltage, so even with reduced overall power, fewer cores may run hotter.
In my observations, Minecraft demands intense CPU usage. Running it at high render distance would push temperatures beyond typical Cinebench results, reflecting both performance and power consumption. It’s puzzling how a simple Chrome tab playing audio can generate such high heat.
It seems linked to any sound in Chrome, with spikes around 80-84 degrees occurring immediately after beginning audio on a YouTube clip.