CPU temp with AIO watercooling
CPU temp with AIO watercooling
I installed my first AIO watercooling on my rig. After reaching 80+ degrees Celsius, I decided it was time to switch to water cooling.
I purchased a CoolerMaster Seidon 120V plus because it was the most affordable option and I was on a budget. My case didn’t have space for any good 240+ radiators.
When idle, my system runs between 36-40 degrees, and up to 65-70 during gaming.
It’s lower than what I had before, but not drastically so—maybe I applied too much thermal paste?
What CPU? Overclocked?
Many users anticipate higher performance from AIO coolers yet end up unsatisfied. The main reasons are two key weaknesses: a pump with poor flow and an aluminum radiator. These problems become clear when using a 120mm compact AIO on a powerful processor, especially after moderate overclocking, where the radiator struggles to manage the added heat. Larger AIOs (240 and above) perform better because they offer a bigger surface area for heat dissipation.
Currently, most custom watercooling setups assume a 240 radiator for a single CPU, but when overclocked, we often recommend using more if possible.
What CPU model? Overclocked?
Many users anticipate higher performance from AIO coolers yet end up unsatisfied because of key limitations. These include a weak pump with low flow and an aluminum radiator. Such problems become clear when using a 120mm compact AIO on a powerful processor, especially after moderate overclocking, where the radiator struggles to manage the added heat. Larger AIOs (240mm and above) perform better since they offer a bigger surface area for heat dissipation.
Currently, most custom watercooling setups assume a 240 radiator for a single CPU, but when overclocked, we often recommend using more if possible.