Operating my i7 at a reduced clock speed to avoid damage, wondering :(
Operating my i7 at a reduced clock speed to avoid damage, wondering :(
I was just assisted on another discussion regarding my i7 4790k built with an MSI z97 Gaming 5 motherboard and a stock cooler that was running extremely hot (around 100°C) during Overwatch.
I’m considering installing a watercooling system so I can maximize performance without risking damage to the chip, which had been suffering at around 100°C.
However, someone suggested my core ratio might be too high (it was set to auto), and that MSI boards tend to push overclocking even when not desired, which I hadn’t realized. I thought it was stable at 4GHz, but it likely increased once I started using the cores, causing the games to run better. I’m still unsure.
Recently, I adjusted the CPU ratio to 26, stabilizing it at a fixed 2.6GHz, which allows me to play games smoothly and the temperatures are now consistently between 55-60°C—significantly improved.
It seems you should examine your existing BIOS configuration. Resetting the chip and board to default settings, then retesting, might help. Many times we encounter overclocks with excessive voltage or other parameters that cause temperatures to rise unnecessarily. This suggests the problem is likely best addressed by adjusting the overclock settings properly rather than trying other fixes.
It seems you should examine your existing BIOS configuration. Resetting the chip and board to default settings, then retesting, might resolve the problem. Many cases involve overclocks with excessive voltage or other improper adjustments that cause temperatures to rise unnecessarily. The issue likely requires careful correction of overclock parameters rather than other fixes.
Your CPU won't fail with the stock cooler at regular speed, though it may slow down. As mentioned before, liquid cooling isn't necessary. A $29 Cooler Master Hyper 212 EVO will handle all your thermal issues, but you can push it further if you intend to overclock.