Issues with power supply and CPU installation went awry.
Issues with power supply and CPU installation went awry.
I recently purchased a 14600k to swap in for my 12100f, and I’m unsure what could have gone wrong. First, my CPU idles at 60°C and jumps to 100°C during stress tests. I’m using an older AIO from my cousin’s old rig and the same thermal paste that worked for my 12100f, which makes me concerned. Second, my PC frequently cuts power during gaming or running Cinebench on multicore. This CPU swap was quite problematic, so I’m considering returning it. Should I lower the voltage? My B660 Aorus Master DDR4 doesn’t support overclocking, but it should allow undervolting. I’m not confident and don’t have much experience with it. Thank you for your feedback.
That's correct, reduce the CPU power cap in BIOS. Idling at 60C might be a bit too high. I recall the power setting at 210W and it's still stable at 5.6GHz. Using an AIO makes things simpler, but you can adjust voltage and power limits until temperatures stabilize.
CoolerMaster MasterLiquid ML120L RGB V1 is the previous version. I don’t have much experience adjusting CPU voltages.
If you're unsure about voltage and power settings, investing in a good cooler is essential. A 120mm AIO won't perform well. Consider dual tower Thermalright models, such as the ones listed above, or higher-end options for better cooling.
I'm struggling right now. I'll allocate everything to the CPU. Undervolting might help too.
Under-volting is quite straightforward, and adjusting power limits works too. Finding the exact BIOS settings can be tricky since they vary between manufacturers. Clearing the CMOS might help if the system fails to boot. It could require some effort, but it’s likely worth trying in the long run.
It seems the CPU swap didn’t fail completely, but your system struggles with heat due to insufficient cooling. This could point to a weak PSU or power issues, possibly causing shutdowns. Try disabling all boost settings in BIOS and test at 90W to see how it performs.