AMD Vishera 8350 Overheating!
AMD Vishera 8350 Overheating!
My computer lacks an overclock option, yet these issues seem to be the main concern.
Here are my system details:
Memory:
- 2x 8GB DDR3 at 1333Mhz
- Processor:
- AMD FX-8350 with 8 cores @ 4.0~4 Ghz
- Graphics:
- Radeon R9 280X 3Gb
- System specs: MB
- Current situation: Frequently shutting down because of overheating.
Even though I haven’t installed a water cooling system, I’ve applied new thermal paste, cleaned all fans and heatsinks, but temperatures continue to rise.
I often play games or render videos with Sony Vegas on my YouTube channel, which puts extra strain on the processor. I’m aware this is causing stress, but I’m unsure how to prevent shutdowns.
Currently, my room temperature fluctuates between 20°C and 35°C. Regardless of the environment, the processor reaches nearly 90°C and shuts down.
I want to know:
- My motherboard supports three operating modes (Power Saving, Normal, Extreme), but I’ve tried all settings without success.
- I don’t use any overclock profiles or BIOS tweaks.
- I noticed the clock speed of my processor core fluctuates between 4.0 and 4.4 when active, which makes it hard to stabilize performance.
I’m wondering if there’s a processor issue and whether there’s a way to lower its speed temporarily to reduce heat, at least until I can get a proper cooling solution.
The stock cooler isn't enough to keep the 8350 at the desired temperature.
The Cryorig H7 remains the top budget aftermarket cooler, ideal for maintaining your CPU at optimal temperatures. Ensure your case provides sufficient clearance; a mid-tower setup should work well. Pricing is listed at $34.50 on Newegg, with shipping and taxes included. This listing was generated by PCPartPicker on 2015-11-11 08:45 EST-0500.
For a bit more money you might want to consider the Noctua NH-U12S mainly because it's quieter.
Other:
It's NORMAL for the CPU frequency to vary (and voltage) as this is a power savings measure which it does when tasks aren't demanding enough to run faster. It probably goes down closer to 2GHz at times too but I don't know it's details.
Other:
1. Upgrade BIOS if newer exists
2. Set CPU to default and Memory to recommended PROFILE (if confused, just leave on factory reset or whatever it's called in BIOS for now)
3. run MEMTEST www.memtest.org
4. Coretemp or similar to monitor temperature in idle and under load of CPU
5. *Verify that the CPU fan profile is properly setup and fan ramps up as temperature increases (physically put hand next to fan when starting Prime95 for example)
Coolers (USA, excluding rebates or additional discounts, only listed price shown):
1. $25
http://pcpartpicker.com/part/cooler-mast...212e20pkr2
2. $65
http://pcpartpicker.com/part/noctua-cpu-cooler-nhu12s
Other:
I observed this when examining the link for the Cryorig H7 cooler:
"...Although installation isn't entirely out of reach, it still exposes you to risks such as losing the screwdriver and risking damage to the motherboard..."
Other (temp max):
The suggested maximum is 61°C for any core and 70°C for the socket temperature, roughly this range.
*Therefore, when configuring the FAN CONTROL software, you may wish to manually set the profile to the minimum (40% max RPM) at the normal idle temperature, then gradually increase from 40°C up to 100% fan speed at 70°C (assuming socket temperature is what the program uses).
I have Intel, so I apologize, but the fundamentals remain consistent."
Other (CPU paste):
The 5mm "pea" method is recommended. Apply paste in a 5mm diameter on a clean CPU, then secure the cooler according to the instructions. It should spread evenly.
OK guys! Thanks for your quick response... But I might have discovered something...
First:
Photonboy and Glandringfh...
I don't use those fan speed controlers software, it's always at 100%... And yes, the basics are the same, but Intel is less "heater" than AMD, that's a point for them!
Regarding this noctua, and coolermaster or cryorig, that's great! But I've always seen about them and here in Brazil due to abusive taxes, they're expensive, almost the same price as the Corsair H100i watercooling. That's what I'm thinking of buying... I also used thermal in "pea" mode as you mentioned...
And then:
I realized that my motherboard has an automatic throttle system for the processor, and it's enabled by default in BIOS... So... I switched from the default to manual and locked clocks at 4.0Ghz and TADA! Today it's 33ºC, and right now I'm rendering a full HD video while writing it and my core temperature hasn't exceeded 72ºC yet... I think that was the issue... I already played GTA V and didn't notice any drop in FPS or lagging... So I don't need that throttle activated.
I'll keep testing to see what happens... Anyway, thank you all.
The fan included with my 8350 works well, even when mild overclocking is applied.
I use an Asus M5A99FX PRO 2.0 with the 8350, running at around 4.4GHz and with 16GiB of RAM overclocked to about 2100. The case is an Antec 302. I install the fan that came with the CPU and use the fancontrol package to maintain quiet operation when not in use, adjusting speeds as needed.
When compiling Linux 3.4, all eight CPUs stabilize at roughly 5 minutes. The temperatures rise to 58C-60C. If they exceed that range, I clear the dust from the CPU heatsink fins.
You resolved an issue that had nothing to do with the fan's performance.
The fan included with my 8350 works well, even during light overclocking. I use an Asus M5A99FX PRO 2.0 with a 4.4GHz setting, 16GiB of 1860 G.Skill RAM boosted to around 2100, housed in an Antec 302 case. The built-in fan is paired with the fancontrol package, which helps keep noise low when not in use and increases speed when needed. When I build Linux 3.4, all CPUs stabilize at about 5 minutes, reaching temperatures between 58C and 60C. If they exceed that, I clear the dust from the heatsink fins. You managed to resolve an issue that wasn’t connected to the fan’s performance.
Robson Votri suggests that conditions are usually manageable, but if the room temperature is near 37C, it can still be effective in cooling the CPU when it reaches 60C. He advises considering higher fan speeds, around 6000-7000 RPM, and mentions a warning about noise becoming noticeable after some time. For humidity concerns, placing a damp cheesecloth over the case's air intake could lower the internal temperature by about 10C to 30C.
Robson Votri shares his experience and suggestions for managing heat in his setup.