A typical safe CPU temperature during full load is around 80-85°C, depending on the processor and cooling system.
A typical safe CPU temperature during full load is around 80-85°C, depending on the processor and cooling system.
Varies based on processor type, model, cooling solution, and surrounding temperature. Around 100°C marks when most contemporary CPUs begin to slow down to conserve energy. Aim to keep it well under that threshold for optimal performance and longevity. Generally, staying below 80°C is a solid target, though the ideal depends on your specific setup and usage conditions.
My Cinebench results vary based on CPU and cooling setup. With my 5900x and a 360mm AIO, I achieved 66°C. The highest was 88°C using an i9 10900kf with the same cooler. My i9 9900k reached 76°C with a Noctua D15. All seem solid for their specifications.
85*c stands out for me across both CPU and GPU configurations, and I’ll adjust the settings to match my preferences. A 360mm AIO unit paired with my i910850K (5.1Ghz allcore +AVX) gives me roughly 85*c, possibly a bit higher during peak loads, though that’s mainly for AVX tasks. For other workloads, it’s around 80*c or lower—generally between 40-65*c in games. My GPU is submerged with an airflow backplate, so performance concerns aren’t an issue here.
as previously mentioned, my 10900k should score between 85-90 in Cinebench R23 and 60-65 in gaming (*My previous 8700k would sit around 80-85*C in R23 and 60-65*C in games), while my older 6600k would be under 80*C in R23 and roughly 60 in games. All of this within a 360mm AIO.
They're decent. It's my i9 11900k running stock with a Noctua D15 fan and one fan. The original price was high for the CPU, not worth upgrading from an i9 10900k, so it wasn't a great deal. At $350, though, it's a solid purchase. Spoiler alert!