CPU Longevity ??
CPU Longevity ??
I purchased a used i5-4690k and am unsure about its previous usage. I'm curious about its durability—especially with stock, overclocked, and underclocked temperatures. The recorded temps are approximately 50°C underclocked, 60°C stock, and 70°C overclocked. Is there a recommended temperature range for the best longevity? Could running it at around 70°C for an hour or two daily affect its lifespan?
I use my CPU almost nonstop. At night and while I'm at work it runs heavy, which puts some strain on it and raises the temperature. The temperatures are within the range you mentioned. My CPU is six years old and still functions well. Unless the previous owner misused it badly, it has a lot of life left.
I use my CPU almost nonstop. At night and while I'm at work it runs heavy, which puts some strain on it and raises the temperature. The temperatures are within the range you mentioned. My CPU is six years old and still functions well. Unless the previous owner misused it badly, it has a lot of life left.
Absolutely. CPUs are quite durable, and they usually last a long time. I still have an Athlon 64 x2 from 2005 that works perfectly. The previous owner would likely have had to be trying to damage it to make it fail before the rest of your system became outdated.