Check if the Cooler Master Hyper T2 supports overclocking.
Check if the Cooler Master Hyper T2 supports overclocking.
I just purchased the i5 4690k and increased its speed to 4.0GHz using the CM Hyper T2. During stress tests with Prime95 and IntelBurnTest, the core temperatures reached extremely high levels (around 80-96°C). I’m trying to figure out if the cooling solution or the overclocking caused the issue. Thanks!
It seems okay for a 4Ghz overclock, though temperatures are quite high even with a standard cooler. Is the voltage set to auto? Did you use your own thermal paste? There might be an issue, as the T2 isn't a top cooler but should improve performance compared to what you're currently getting.
Well, it actually seems okay for a 4Ghz overclock; the temperatures look really high even with a standard cooler. Is the voltage set to auto? Did you use your own thermal paste? Something might be off—I know the T2 isn’t the best cooler, but it should perform better than what you’re getting now. When I did the overclock, I set the voltage to 1.4 but later switched it back to the original settings because of the intense heat. Yes, I applied my own thermal paste.
After resetting the stock settings, I executed Prime95 and noticed the CPU temperatures remained above 90 degrees.
It's the cooler I'm afraid, I was using a TX3 on my 8350 at stock 4.2, it was getting between 60-70 degrees, waiting for pay day so I can get a corsair liquid all in one
yatys93 :
It's the cooler I'm afraid, I was using a TX3 on my 8350 at stock 4.2, it was getting between 60-70 degrees, waiting for pay day so I can get a corsair liquid all in one
That's silly, there is no way that the TX3 should perform worse than the stock amd cooler. I have a 8370E, 6300, and a 760k, the 8370E gets 49c under Prime95 for 2 hours with only the stock cooler. Shocking, I know, but I think the lowered TDP on the "E" versions really helped. The 6300 topped out at 65c under prime95 with stock cooler. I am about to install the T2 on the 6300, I will update you guys on the results. I expect at least 10 degrees drop under max load.
When installing new cooler, make sure to completely clean off old thermal compound. I got the Arctic Silver 5 because I don't trust the stuff that comes with the CM hyper t2. Also do a good job applying new thermal compound. There are guides for that if you're unsure.
Just installed the CM Hyper T2 on my FX 6300, max load dropped from 65C to 49C at about 25C ambient. With Arctic Silver 5, this cooler works excellently for its cost. It’s more efficient and quieter than the standard model and should manage light overclocking well. You should consider using a good thermal compound like Arctic Silver or similar, reinstall the cooler, and reduce your voltage.