Do you believe your CPU is overheating? It seems like it might be getting too warm.
Do you believe your CPU is overheating? It seems like it might be getting too warm.
Hi!
I'm working on rendering a video with Sony Vegas and my CPU is running at 90°C. The project will take about two hours. I'm wondering if my CPU can handle this duration without overheating or damaging itself.
Also, a few other details:
- I have an i5 overclocked to 4.20 GHz
- The stock cooler is not doing a great job
- My GPU is also overclocked
I've attached a screenshot of MSI Afterburner showing the CPU temperature.
Back to the main question: will it last two hours or risk getting damaged?
Thanks in advance!
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Huh? The only way I know to bypass Intel CPUs that are non-K and not OC is by using BCLK OC, because Intel microcode is built in and can't be reached by the multiplier even on a Z board. This was the case with Sandy Bridge, Ivy-Bridge, Haswell, Broadwell, but it's now allowed for Skylake since it only impacts the CPU itself, not the whole bus. If you're using BCLK OC, I'd revert it back quickly. In older generations it affects everything on the bus—everything from HDDs and CPU communication to RAM speeds and memory controllers. It's not just the voltage you'll need to adjust, it includes the VRM, PCIe bus, and all that.
Hey, what's going on here?
You should stop the overclock right away until you can install a good cooler!
The H7 is a great choice for this.
Who came up with the idea of trying to overclock the stock cooler?
Probably, maybe, who knows? They are built to slow down when the temperature gets close to 100C. I wouldn't push overclocked until I have a good cooler, it's an unnecessary risk. You might attempt to take off the side cover and use a fan on it until you're done rendering, which could help reduce the temperatures slightly.
Hlsgsz :
Dude, what the hell?
Disabel that overclock immediatly until you can get a proper cooler!
Cryorig H7 recommended.
Who gave you the brilliant idea of overclocking on teh stock cooler?
who says you cant on a stock cooler? there is no reason you can't on a stock cooler if your temps are fine.
That temp isnt too high but its definitely not recommended for something being ran 24/7.
Someone just asked what's wrong and suggested stopping the overclock right away until a good cooler is found. They recommended using an H7 cooler. It seems the idea of overclocking on a stock cooler came from someone else, and they doubted it's safe for continuous use. They mentioned the temperature is okay but not ideal for long-term operation.
4.2GHz remains within the voltage range of the 3570k, so temperature changes are minimal. The main adjustment needed is to modify the vcore for the lowest stable voltage. Increasing the multiplier to 42 still causes excessively high voltages, typically near 1.25v. It should be reduced to around 1.14v, which will help lower temperatures by about 10°C. At 90°C, the CPU won’t be damaged quickly, but prolonged exposure over a few hours could significantly shorten its lifespan. Generally, avoid overclocking unless proper cooling is provided; stock coolers are built for moderate use and can’t cope with such loads. Regardless of whether the CPU is overclocked, the stock cooler isn’t sufficient for extreme demands—improving cooling and lowering the vcore is essential.
Hey there, what's going on?
Stop that overclock right away until you can install a proper cooler!
Cryo H7 is a good choice.
Who came up with the idea of overclocking on the stock cooler?
I thought I’d try overclocking with the stock cooler, but I’ll check out the Cryo H7. Thanks.
Karadjgne shared some useful tips:
The 4.2GHz speed is still within the voltage range of the 3570k, so temperature changes won’t be extreme—just a few degrees at most. The main adjustment needed is changing the vcore to find the lowest stable voltage.
If you just increased the multiplier to 42, it’s still running at unusually high stock voltages, usually around 1.25v. You should lower it to about 1.14v, which will reduce the temperature by around 10°C.
This won’t damage the CPU immediately at 90°C, but repeated attempts could shorten its lifespan significantly.
A general rule is to avoid overclocking unless you have sufficient cooling, and stock coolers are built for moderate use. Whether the CPU is OC or not, the stock cooler isn’t up to the task—unless you upgrade cooling and lower the vcore.
I should note it’s a non-K chip, but my motherboard lets me overclock it. It’s pretty cool!
I also raised the voltage to 1.25v and might lower it back to stock later. Since I can’t afford a new one, I’d rather not risk damaging it right now.
Appreciate the info!
Huh? The only way I understand to bypass Intel CPU's that aren't non-K and not OC is by using BCLK OC, because Intel microcode is built-in and can't be reached by the multiplier even on a Z board. This was the case for Sandy Bridge, Ivy-Bridge, Haswell, Broadwell, but it's now allowed for Skylake since it only impacts the CPU itself, not the whole bus. If you're using BCLK OC, I'd revert it back quickly. In older generations it affects everything on the bus—everything from HDDs and CPU communication to RAM speeds and memory controllers. It's not just the Vcore; it includes the VRMs, PCIe buses, and all that.
And yes, 1.25v is quite high for a 4.2GHz clock. My 3570k runs at 4.3GHz with 1.16v, and my 3770k at 4.6GHz with 1.208v. Both are just a bit above the stock 1.08v level before LLC is applied, which could push the Vcore up to 1.232v if needed.