Bad performance with GTX 1080
Bad performance with GTX 1080
Loki1944 shared concerns about CPU overheating, mentioning temperatures reaching 60°C in idle and 80°C or higher during gaming. They suggested downloading and using the Intel Extreme tuning utility, followed by a 5-minute CPU and RAM stress test, and shared test links. Both tests passed. Loki1944 noted the CPU was throttling due to overheating and asked about the cooler type, thermal paste condition, and whether a better cooler would help. They mentioned having a stock Intel cooler for over three years and recently changed the thermal paste, ruling out that as the issue. Loki1944 also recalled overheating issues with a Cryorig C7 cooler on an i7 6700 and recommended checking thermal paste freshness and considering a higher-temperature cooler or a better AIO for better performance. They preferred a 120mm AIO for general cooling and suggested alternatives like the Cooler Master 212 Evo or EVGA 120mm AIO, especially if overclocking.
Bloodmad also shared thoughts with loki1944 about potential issues. They mentioned their CPU temperature spikes during idle and gaming, suggesting a possible overheating concern. Bloodmad recommended downloading the Intel Extreme tuning tool, performing stress tests, and checking temperatures afterward. They provided links to CPU and memory test results, stating both passed. Bloodmad noted overheating and throttling, asking about the cooler type used and thermal paste condition. They shared experiences with stock coolers, thermal paste drying, and personal preferences for better cooling solutions like AIOs or upgraded pastes. They also mentioned using a Cryorig C7 fan cooler on an i7 6700 and another on their wife's i5 6600K, both working well. Bloodmad advised replacing the stock Intel cooler due to poor performance at high temperatures and recommended alternatives such as the Cooler Master 212 Evo or EVGA 120mm AIO for better results. They encouraged others to avoid overclocking until proper cooling is in place.