I7 7700K (upgraded to 4.8ghz) performs well under high temperatures.
I7 7700K (upgraded to 4.8ghz) performs well under high temperatures.
I haven't overclocked a processor before, so I'm uncertain about the ideal temperature range.
I used MSI gaming M7's BIOS overclock settings to raise the 7700K to 4.8ghz.
My idle temps are a bit high, hovering around 40 degrees.
The cores consistently run at 4.8ghz.
I set my fans to smart mode (CPU fan is Thermaltake Frio Silent) and system fans at 50%, increasing it to 75% during gaming.
Is that too hot for idle temperatures?
Also, what's the typical idle temperature for the CPU when under heavy load like gaming?
Thanks.
I haven't overclocked a processor before, so I'm uncertain about the ideal temperature range.
I applied MSI gaming M7's BIOS overclock settings to raise the 7700K to 4.8ghz.
My idle temps feel a bit high, fluctuating around 40 degrees.
The cores consistently run at 4.8ghz.
I set my fans to smart mode (CPU fan is Thermaltake Frio Silent) and system fans (two units) at 50%. I raise that to 75% during gaming.
Is that excessive for idle temps?
Also, what's the idle temperature under heavy load (gaming)?
Thanks.
If you use manual voltage, idle temps will always be higher.
It also depends on your case—better airflow helps and lower temps are better.
Use HWmonitor or similar tools to monitor temperatures!
Here is the HWmonitor screen.
It indicates that 30-50 is normal for idle temperature on the page you shared.
Regarding the BIOS update, I've reviewed it but the notes only mention:
2. This BIOS resolves the following issues from the previous version:
- Enhanced memory compatibility.
- Passed WHQL test.
- Supports SLI.
Is an update necessary? What are your thoughts?
With BIOS updates, there are no change notes provided. Additional fixes might be present in that version but haven't been publicly announced.
In general, it's best to check forums (such as MSI's) for any issues with the latest versions. Most often, a few new BIOS updates follow the release.
Here is the HWmonitor screen. It indicates that 30-50 degrees is normal for idle temperature on the page you shared. Regarding the BIOS update, I've reviewed it but the notes only mention a few improvements: better memory compatibility, passing the WHQL test, and support for SLI. Is an update necessary? What are your thoughts? With these BIOS updates, no change notes were provided. It's possible there are additional fixes in that version, though they haven't been publicly announced. In general, it's a good idea to check forums (such as MSI's) for any issues with the latest versions. Usually, a few new BIOS updates follow the release. Unfortunately, there is no information available on MSI forums.