Checking normal overclock temperatures for a 9700k processor.
Checking normal overclock temperatures for a 9700k processor.
Hello, I increased my 9700k to 4.8 ghz and it runs at around 50-54C when idle. During intense gaming sessions, it reaches up to but not exceeding 75C. I'm checking if this is normal or if it's a cause for concern, especially since this is my first overclocking attempt.
The Max operating tJunction Temp for the i7-9700k is near 95-100°C, which is quite risky if you intend to run that CPU for more than a month. To be certain it won’t exceed 75-80°C, consider using Cinebench R20 from the Microsoft store and running an All Core test while keeping an eye on temperatures with CPUID's HWMonitor or your preferred monitoring tool. You can visit https://www.cpuid.com/softwares/hwmonitor.html for more details. If you plan further overclocking, adjust the fan curve in iCue for the H100i to a more aggressive setting, or set it to Extreme on the 2 Rad Fans and balanced on the Pump.
And yet this is home for most laptops!
You don't want your chip getting this hot because it induces thermal throttling. On desktops, there's no reason for that to happen because there's ample space for appropriately sized coolers.
Your H110i is a good cooler.
The current idle temperature appears elevated. Could you clarify what room temperature you're experiencing? I notice it's quite warm, especially in summer when the room is around 30 degrees Celsius.