Load on the processor is excessive.
Load on the processor is excessive.
Running your CPU at 70-80% during streaming isn’t inherently bad, but it can strain it over time. Keep an eye on temperatures and performance; prolonged high load may cause issues. Streaming for extended periods without breaks could risk overheating or hardware stress. Monitor usage and take breaks if needed to protect your system.
Testing the CPU under heavy loads like Aida64 consistently pushes it to maximum capacity. My 10-hour stress test suggests the system handles it without issues, especially if it stays around 80% utilization for a few hours. I’m not sure if prolonged high loads at +70% could harm the CPU, but someone with more experience might have better insight.
You shouldn't harm your CPU by keeping it under heavy load for extended periods, provided temperatures stay normal and fans remain operational. Perform a stress test lasting a few hours to observe peak temperatures, which would be the highest it could reach if fans stop working. I recommend "a couple of hours" since I haven’t observed tests lasting longer without noticeable temperature rises unless something external changed.
It requires high voltage and temperatures to cause damage. CPUs are designed for continuous operation. Running it at full capacity all the time for more than five years shouldn’t cause problems. The real question is why it’s only operating at 80%. A possible reason is using an i7 processor with modest streaming settings.