FX-8350 with boosted temperatures using H55
FX-8350 with boosted temperatures using H55
So now I'm pushing my FX-8350 to its limits and before making any changes, I ran a stress test using Aida64 for around 20 minutes.
Speedfan showed temperatures around 46-48ºC.
When I switched to Prime 95 for overclocking, the FX reached about 60ºC within less than a minute.
After trying Aida again, the temps dropped to roughly 50-53ºC during a 20-minute test.
What readings should I rely on? I'm currently at 4.4GHz.
Download Speccy by Piriform. Then compare it with Aida/Prime. The one that matches closer to Speccy will show the correct temperatures.
How can I put it this way? Two apps are better than one!
I’ve never heard of that program and didn’t see anyone using it before...
Never encountered it since it arrived after the others... give it a shot, you won't be disappointed.
Hi. Those temperatures are accurate. Prime 95 is quite challenging for FX series. The 8350 tends to overheat, so good liquid cooling is essential to maintain stable temperatures during overclocking.
VRM temperatures rise significantly on FX series, and since air cooling has been removed, overheating is possible and could lead to damage. Proceed with caution.
Themastererr :
The temperatures are accurate. Prime 95 is quite demanding for FX series. The 8350 tends to overheat, requiring excellent liquid cooling to maintain safe temperatures during overclocking.
VRM temperatures on FX series are high, especially after removing air cooling, which might lead to overheating and potential damage. Proceed with caution.
But note: Even at 4.3GHz with stock voltage, it exceeds 60°C within a minute. This indicates it would be quite hot even at stock settings. Given that the H55 matches the Evo 12's cooling performance, why is the CPU so hot?
Also, I've noticed someone running the 8350 at 4.5GHz with the H55 and maintaining around 55°C—how is that possible?
Themastererr:
The temperatures you mentioned are accurate. Prime95 puts a lot of strain on FX series. The 8350 tends to overheat, so strong liquid cooling is essential to maintain safe temperatures during overclocking.
VRM temperatures on FX series are quite high, especially after removing air cooling. This could lead to overheating and potential damage. Proceed with caution.
But hold on: Even at 4.3GHz with stock voltage, it exceeds 60°C after a short time. That means even at default settings it would be quite warm. Given that the H55 matches the Evo 12 in performance, why is it so hot?
Also, I've noticed someone running the 8350 at 4.5GHz with the H55, maintaining around 55°C. How is that possible?
For a standard Prime95 test at stock settings, I see temperatures reaching up to 65°C with a Corsair H100 at 1.55V and 5GHz during gaming, or 70°C in Prime95. My 8320 is similar. These components are tough to keep cool.
Themastererr :
Dragonic :
Themastererr :
Hello. The temperatures you mentioned are accurate. Prime 95 can be quite demanding for FX series. The 8350 tends to overheat, so strong liquid cooling is essential to maintain safe temperatures during overclocking.
VRM components become extremely hot on FX series, especially after removing air cooling, which may lead to overheating and potential damage. Proceed with caution.
However, note that even at 4.3GHz with stock voltage, it exceeds 60°C after a short time. This means even at default settings it would be quite warm. Given that the H55 matches the performance of the Evo 12 (which is considered cooler), it’s puzzling why the CPU stays so hot.
Also, I’ve noticed someone running the 8350 at 4.5GHz with the H55, maintaining around 55°C, which seems unusual for a prime95 test. Many variables affect this outcome—cooler efficiency, paste quality, room temperature, humidity.
I personally reach a maximum of 65°C with my Corsair H100 at 1.55V and 5Ghz during gaming, while my 8320 reaches similar levels. These components are notoriously difficult to keep cool.
I question those readings since you’re operating at the highest safe voltage with a standard H100. Also, your maximum temperature is 62°C, which is significantly higher than the 55°C you’re seeing.
Dragonic :
Themastererr :
Dragonic :
Hello. Those readings are accurate. Prime 95 puts a lot of stress on FX series. The 8350 tends to overheat, so strong liquid cooling is essential to maintain temperatures during overclocking.
VRM components become extremely hot on FX series, especially after removing air cooling, which could lead to overheating and damage. Proceed with caution.
But hold on: Even at 4.3GHz with stock voltage, it exceeds 60°C after a short time. That means even at default settings it would get quite warm. Given that the H55 matches the Evo 12 in performance (which is considered cooler), how can the CPU be so hot?
Also, I've noticed someone running the 8350 at 4.5GHz with the H55, maintaining around 55°C, how is that possible?
It seems normal for a Prime95 test. Many variables affect the outcome—cooler case quality, proper installation, thermal paste condition, room temperature, humidity.
I reach a maximum temperature of 65°C with my Corsair H100 at 1.55V and 5Ghz during gaming, or 70°C in Prime95. My 8320 is similar. These chips are quite challenging to keep cool.
I question those numbers because you're pushing the voltage at its highest safe limit with a standard H100.
Also, your max temp is 62°C, which is significantly higher than the safe limit.
Alright, my friend. You seem to understand the situation well and don’t need further assistance.
Good luck.