Check Ryzen 7 3800X heat levels and speed capabilities.
Check Ryzen 7 3800X heat levels and speed capabilities.
I tested Cinebench R23 and recorded my score and temperatures (11588 and around 80°C peak). I wanted to know if these results matched what my CPU would normally show. I also noticed that after starting the test and returning, my computer would enter a lock screen when the 10-minute timer ended—am I seeing something normal?
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Oof. For that cooler vibe, temperatures are fine. In power settings you can tweak screen off and sleep timers for the lock screen feature.
It seems the performance would improve with a better cooler. Ryzen changes its clock speeds depending on heat, and the 120mm AIO doesn't match well with the 3800X. To maintain low temps, the CPU needs to lower its speed and voltage. From my experience, when cooling is inadequate with Ryzen, it's better to manually reduce the speed and voltage for steadier performance, even if it means slower bursts.