I'm really enjoying using my laptop right now.
I'm really enjoying using my laptop right now.
It’s really irritating and I’m chuckling at my frustration. The situation seems odd since all programs shut down just a minute before capturing this image, and the max frequency stays high. Why is it so loud when nothing is running? It doesn’t speed up the fans much, but temperatures still jump to 80-85°C quickly, and voltage readings swing wildly—like from 0.700V to 1.215V. When I unplug the laptop, the frequency drops back to 45-50 and the fluctuations stop. This ASUS TUF FX504GM looks like it’s not working right, and I sometimes regret buying it.
For Intel mobile processors, the Resource Monitor determines the Maximum Frequency percentage using the base frequency. These chips operate at a reduced starting speed and rely heavily on turbo boost to hit their peak performance. Consequently, the monitor often displays percentages exceeding 100%. The base factor for the 4700MQ is set at 24, while the maximum turbo multiplier stands at 36, resulting in reports that the processor runs near 150% of its base speed. Although this seems high, it reflects accurate measurements. I position my laptop to maximize the Maximum Frequency percentage. High-speed CPUs efficiently handle background tasks in Windows, enabling cores to remain in a low-power C7 mode. In this state, the core is disconnected from both voltage and clock, operating at 0 MHz and 0 volts—a method Intel uses to conserve energy. A relevant study by researchers at Berkeley discusses the "race to sleep" idea here: https://www2.eecs.berkeley.edu/Pubs/Tech...09-140.pdf. Key metrics to monitor include how much time the CPU spends in C0 mode versus C7, as well as its idle power consumption. When configured correctly, Windows 10 can perform efficiently. Each new installation requires careful observation of changes in C0% and C7% usage. Even a single poorly written program can disrupt optimal performance. If your system has a six-core CPU at rest, each core should be in C7 about 99% of the time. Trying to force a core out of C7—where it naturally rests at zero voltage—by sampling its VID voltage will yield irrelevant results. Focus on stabilizing both the CPU core and cache voltage, around -125 mV, using tools like Intel XTU or ThrottleStop to manage heat.
Yes mate. I've followed this guy's guide. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yNt9L3BWOFo
I’m not sure how to handle this laptop. It’s running around 73-74°C while playing BF1, even after undervolting, switching the thermal paste, and using overboost fan mode. I feel stuck and don’t know what’s normal for it. Is this typical behavior when a laptop is under heavy load?