Low score with elevated temperatures.
Low score with elevated temperatures.
Hello, I just acquired and assembled a new PC and am reviewing benchmark data at Stock before making any changes. It's been a while since I checked, so I might be a bit out of practice, but these readings look elevated for idle as well as the scores that appear lower than what others share online. Most users report 2400+ at Stock? Idle temps typically range from 45 to 55 while benchmarks peak around 90 but often settle near 85. I've updated drivers and BIOS on a clean install. I've reinstalled the cooler three times across various configurations using fresh Kryonaut thermal paste, and each time I get similar or worse results—could it be an issue with my CPU? Thanks in advance for any advice or observations. Key specs: Asus ProArt LC 420 AIO on performance mode, sounding like a jet engine; testing 9950X3D Stock settings with Corsair 6000MT CL30 RAM from the verified list for the motherboard. EXPO1 turned on Rog 870E Crosshair Extreme.
On the market maybe. Fan curves aren't ideal for stock builds—they tend to be bad. After you get things set up the way you prefer, they should be adjusted. A quiet water cooler, particularly a big one, should run almost silently most of the time, especially with any Ryzen processor. Your temperatures look normal for stock (not yet heavily undervolted with CO).
Thanks a lot for the response and the explanation about performance and temperatures. You're likely correct about the caution—it's definitely a steep learning curve after over a decade since your last build. I'll take it, though; it looks like the temps were higher than expected for stock, but comparing it to my old custom loop makes sense.
Absolutely, you're likely correct. It seems to be quite short-term until I discover a model I like and return to custom settings. I thought the variations between brands wouldn't be so significant, especially since the pump part should remain consistent.
The cold plate on the Asus model seems possible but isn't clear. I noticed it with the NZXT krakens using Asetek OEM components. The Intel vs AMD comparison was stark due to layout differences, even though the AMD chip might have a lower TDP. If you're planning a custom upgrade, waiting might be wise. Just keep temperatures below 95°C for best results.
Advanced Ryzen models could hit thermal limits before you activate overclocking or performance boost settings. This is the latest chip technology, designed to operate at maximum speed within its thermal constraints during PBO, meaning it may still approach its temperature ceiling even without those extra tweaks.
Specs list 107 CFM, a pretty strong number, and the dBA rating isn’t terrible either. It might match up with Arctic in terms of performance, though the sound quality isn’t clear yet.