CPU temps while stress testing
CPU temps while stress testing
Ravensius shared updates about their overclocked setup featuring an i7 8700k running at 5GHz with a 1.29 v rating, cooled by a Corsair h100i v2. They reported stable temperatures overall but noticed significant fluctuations during stress tests—temperatures jumping from 78°C to 62°C within seconds. They questioned whether this behavior was normal and referenced a graph showing temperature changes over time.
They suggested using Aida64 stability testing software, recommending it for better insights. The test ended abruptly due to a hardware warning message, indicating potential issues. Ravensius speculated that the high CPU frequency might be too aggressive for the system, especially with a liquid cooler, and proposed lowering the frequency to 4.4GHz or even 4.8GHz for better stability. They also mentioned checking thermal paste quality and voltage settings as possible causes for overheating.