Is the I5 3570K overheating?
Is the I5 3570K overheating?
As mentioned in the title, I have an i5 3570K that I've overclocked. Actually, I'm using the OC Genie II on my motherboard. My processor runs at 4.2 GHz with this cooler, and the gaming temps are around 75-82 degrees. Is it okay or should I revert to stock speed? Regarding voltage, the CPU specs show 1,136 V, but I'm not in overclocking mode, so I'm unsure if that's too high or not.
Generally, manual adjustments tend to yield more stable and cooler overclock results compared to using tools like OC Genie. Those temperatures are quite high! It’s unlikely the chip will last ten years at those levels. Have you tested the CPU under stress to determine the maximum safe temperature for that overclock? If it hits those levels during gaming, it might be even higher in a full test. You might still achieve similar results—like reaching 4.2GhZ—and better temps with manual methods, even with limited experience. Check the guide linked below for more details and tips.
What are your temperatures when you switch to CPU fan speed performance mode or full speed and reapply paste?
Generally, manual adjustments tend to yield more stable and cooler overclock results compared to using tools like OC Genie. Those temperatures are quite high! It’s unlikely the chip will last ten years at those levels. Have you tested your CPU under stress to determine the maximum safe temperature for that overclock? If it’s already hitting those levels during games, it’s likely even more extreme in a full test. You might achieve similar or better temperatures with manual methods, even with limited overclocking experience! Check the guide at the provided link for more details and tips.
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Check the guides, raise the voltage slightly on your own, then test the core and perform stability checks.
Please keep in mind that relying on the motherboard's built-in tool for overclocking isn't advised, even for small adjustments. This tends to draw more power than needed, leading to increased temperatures. Still, idle voltages of 1.136v are higher than typical for a stock speed on a 3570K (I've assembled several). They should be closer to 1.1v-1.2v. But your readings are too high for such a light Ivy Bridge boost, even with a basic air cooler you own, which matches the performance of an EVO 212. It seems there might be an issue with the cooler or heat sink contact.
I'm curious to find out what your maximum load voltage is at 4.2GHz during gaming.