F5F Stay Refreshed Hardware Desktop A Ryzen3300x review with mixed feelings... *I want another take*

A Ryzen3300x review with mixed feelings... *I want another take*

A Ryzen3300x review with mixed feelings... *I want another take*

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mrminer02
Member
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08-01-2021, 05:33 AM
#1
Instead of regular posts from before, I’m skipping the novel format. Starting Friday, right after finishing my Programming and Web Development class, my CPU began overheating during gameplay. This was similar to what happened with WWE2K22, but this time it was more severe. It peaked at 97°C without shutting down, while playing the most demanding ROBLOX game I’ve ever tried. That’s a clear sign something’s wrong. Since then, I’ve noticed: - Sometimes hits 96°C when starting Windows 11 - Reached up to 73°C in BIOS settings - Never powers off by itself, even if Core Temp was set for manual shutdown and it failed. Here are the fixes I’ve tried: - Updated BIOS - Reapplied thermal paste - Inspected pins for damage - Reinstalled RAM *probably worth a try* - Placed WiFi card further from the CPU - Cleaned fans and my AIO - Reseated the AIO block. - Removed any over-clocking except for RAM - Adjusted fan curves in various ways After looking it up, the fans and pump appear to be functioning properly based on average RPM and voltage checks. I should note that I’m using the well-known MSI Mag CORELIQUID 240r, which has a high failure rate. I’m asking for advice from more experienced folks—could it be the built-in temperature sensor? That would explain why Windows no longer shuts it down. Right now my CPU is at 56°C. Switching tabs increases it by about 7°C. I hope understanding this helps me prepare better for my ITF+ Certification exam. Thanks to anyone who can assist.
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mrminer02
08-01-2021, 05:33 AM #1

Instead of regular posts from before, I’m skipping the novel format. Starting Friday, right after finishing my Programming and Web Development class, my CPU began overheating during gameplay. This was similar to what happened with WWE2K22, but this time it was more severe. It peaked at 97°C without shutting down, while playing the most demanding ROBLOX game I’ve ever tried. That’s a clear sign something’s wrong. Since then, I’ve noticed: - Sometimes hits 96°C when starting Windows 11 - Reached up to 73°C in BIOS settings - Never powers off by itself, even if Core Temp was set for manual shutdown and it failed. Here are the fixes I’ve tried: - Updated BIOS - Reapplied thermal paste - Inspected pins for damage - Reinstalled RAM *probably worth a try* - Placed WiFi card further from the CPU - Cleaned fans and my AIO - Reseated the AIO block. - Removed any over-clocking except for RAM - Adjusted fan curves in various ways After looking it up, the fans and pump appear to be functioning properly based on average RPM and voltage checks. I should note that I’m using the well-known MSI Mag CORELIQUID 240r, which has a high failure rate. I’m asking for advice from more experienced folks—could it be the built-in temperature sensor? That would explain why Windows no longer shuts it down. Right now my CPU is at 56°C. Switching tabs increases it by about 7°C. I hope understanding this helps me prepare better for my ITF+ Certification exam. Thanks to anyone who can assist.

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Mannagryn1
Member
122
08-02-2021, 01:51 PM
#2
Switched to the stock cooler because you've cleaned up a lot; it looks like the AIO isn't working. The 3300 model shouldn't require a 240 water cooler.
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Mannagryn1
08-02-2021, 01:51 PM #2

Switched to the stock cooler because you've cleaned up a lot; it looks like the AIO isn't working. The 3300 model shouldn't require a 240 water cooler.

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emoerchen
Junior Member
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08-10-2021, 03:33 AM
#3
It seems your cooler stopped working as expected. It's not a CPU problem—it's just that something inside has become clogged.
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emoerchen
08-10-2021, 03:33 AM #3

It seems your cooler stopped working as expected. It's not a CPU problem—it's just that something inside has become clogged.

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lilycotterill
Senior Member
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08-10-2021, 06:02 AM
#4
Slight issue with that... I don't have a stock cooler.... The person I got the CPU from never included the original stock cooler. UPDATE: 12.59 later, a stock cooler will be here tomorrow. Yippee! Edited February 12, 2023 by tealflip
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lilycotterill
08-10-2021, 06:02 AM #4

Slight issue with that... I don't have a stock cooler.... The person I got the CPU from never included the original stock cooler. UPDATE: 12.59 later, a stock cooler will be here tomorrow. Yippee! Edited February 12, 2023 by tealflip

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CarmineSenpai
Member
176
08-12-2021, 06:10 AM
#5
Choose a Hyper 212, you’ll love it.
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CarmineSenpai
08-12-2021, 06:10 AM #5

Choose a Hyper 212, you’ll love it.

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zTh3Gia07430
Member
64
08-12-2021, 01:53 PM
#6
It was my idea at first, but then I realized I only had $28.99 left. Your suggestion was a nice touch!
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zTh3Gia07430
08-12-2021, 01:53 PM #6

It was my idea at first, but then I realized I only had $28.99 left. Your suggestion was a nice touch!

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KupesanDDK
Junior Member
44
08-12-2021, 09:12 PM
#7
they offer chinese tower coolers around $15 to $20 based on the number of vapor tubes. the design is comparable. the hyper 212 features a four-chamber system.
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KupesanDDK
08-12-2021, 09:12 PM #7

they offer chinese tower coolers around $15 to $20 based on the number of vapor tubes. the design is comparable. the hyper 212 features a four-chamber system.