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Degrading 13 Gen i3 55W CPU

Degrading 13 Gen i3 55W CPU

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Jarzzermann
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09-23-2022, 05:02 AM
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Hello, there seems to be a problem with Intel CPUs that impact any processor over 65W. My Intel Nuc 13 with an i3 1315U is showing signs of degradation. I've cleared dust from the case and applied new thermal paste (MX4). How can I tell if this is the issue? My PC has been running for about a year, and when I watched a 1080p video it would reach around 55-60°C, but now it's hitting 87°C during 1080p or 95-99°C when streaming 4K. Could be my assumption, or maybe the video is demanding more power?
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Jarzzermann
09-23-2022, 05:02 AM #1

Hello, there seems to be a problem with Intel CPUs that impact any processor over 65W. My Intel Nuc 13 with an i3 1315U is showing signs of degradation. I've cleared dust from the case and applied new thermal paste (MX4). How can I tell if this is the issue? My PC has been running for about a year, and when I watched a 1080p video it would reach around 55-60°C, but now it's hitting 87°C during 1080p or 95-99°C when streaming 4K. Could be my assumption, or maybe the video is demanding more power?

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Okunino
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09-24-2022, 07:49 AM
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The CPU is utilizing a significant amount of processing power, especially when handling high-resolution streams like 4K and AV1 encoding.
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Okunino
09-24-2022, 07:49 AM #2

The CPU is utilizing a significant amount of processing power, especially when handling high-resolution streams like 4K and AV1 encoding.

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iDoNotEvenLift
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09-26-2022, 02:41 AM
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The 13th Generation i3 processor appears unaffected by the microcode problem. It shouldn't lead to overheating, so if temperature is the only concern, a simple refurbishment might suffice. A crash or instability would indicate microcode degradation, not higher temps. Some models experience fan failures that cause poor performance and eventual replacement, typically seen in 8th and 9th generation Nucs. To check fan health, spin it manually—if it spins smoothly, the CPU likely needs a reface; if it resists or feels stuck, replace the fan.
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iDoNotEvenLift
09-26-2022, 02:41 AM #3

The 13th Generation i3 processor appears unaffected by the microcode problem. It shouldn't lead to overheating, so if temperature is the only concern, a simple refurbishment might suffice. A crash or instability would indicate microcode degradation, not higher temps. Some models experience fan failures that cause poor performance and eventual replacement, typically seen in 8th and 9th generation Nucs. To check fan health, spin it manually—if it spins smoothly, the CPU likely needs a reface; if it resists or feels stuck, replace the fan.

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iFreack
Junior Member
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09-26-2022, 10:28 AM
#4
OP has updated the thermal paste, so if they prefer not to take it apart again, I’d think about checking with sound and touch. Of course, your suggestion would be ideal, as issues can sometimes be very quiet. If you notice strange hissing or clunking noises, fans operating louder than usual or changing volume patterns, and a faint vibration near the intake areas, that could signal a spinning bearing needing replacement.
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iFreack
09-26-2022, 10:28 AM #4

OP has updated the thermal paste, so if they prefer not to take it apart again, I’d think about checking with sound and touch. Of course, your suggestion would be ideal, as issues can sometimes be very quiet. If you notice strange hissing or clunking noises, fans operating louder than usual or changing volume patterns, and a faint vibration near the intake areas, that could signal a spinning bearing needing replacement.

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iFelleHD
Member
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09-26-2022, 11:37 AM
#5
I didn't catch that when I looked at the comment. I'm still wondering what's happening with the OP besides the thermals that might suggest degradation. I'll definitely verify the fan next.
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iFelleHD
09-26-2022, 11:37 AM #5

I didn't catch that when I looked at the comment. I'm still wondering what's happening with the OP besides the thermals that might suggest degradation. I'll definitely verify the fan next.

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PARAN0ID_M3DIC
Member
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09-26-2022, 08:52 PM
#6
My laptop before the upgrade used a 1315u with default specs around 35w peak boost and 15w sustained. It handled high loads well—peaking at 58w and sustaining 40-45w—without any issues. I believe if any 1315u had degraded, it would have shown that same behavior as long as I maintained the thermal paste.
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PARAN0ID_M3DIC
09-26-2022, 08:52 PM #6

My laptop before the upgrade used a 1315u with default specs around 35w peak boost and 15w sustained. It handled high loads well—peaking at 58w and sustaining 40-45w—without any issues. I believe if any 1315u had degraded, it would have shown that same behavior as long as I maintained the thermal paste.

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kraken2406
Junior Member
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10-03-2022, 08:34 PM
#7
The fans indeed increase unexpectedly without any input, and the system is running at a steady 55°C. I’m not sure my thermal paste is the issue—I’ve got a 9950x optimized with LM curves and low power consumption. This isn’t my first build, nor the first experiment I’ve had. The Intel NUC is meant to be a quiet backup or entertainment machine. I turned off Turbo Mode so it stays calm while watching videos.
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kraken2406
10-03-2022, 08:34 PM #7

The fans indeed increase unexpectedly without any input, and the system is running at a steady 55°C. I’m not sure my thermal paste is the issue—I’ve got a 9950x optimized with LM curves and low power consumption. This isn’t my first build, nor the first experiment I’ve had. The Intel NUC is meant to be a quiet backup or entertainment machine. I turned off Turbo Mode so it stays calm while watching videos.