Overclocking 4790k
Overclocking 4790k
Hello
I own a 4790k processor with an Asus z97-c motherboard.
Checked the temperatures on HWinfo and they are rising quite a bit—idle temps are around 50-60°C, but they jump to 100°C when I run a game.
I’m not sure why it’s so hot; auto overclocking is enabled on this motherboard, could that be the cause?
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There isn't a significant variation in heat output between those two processors. You haven't mentioned your temperatures on the 4770, which might explain the lack of change. It seems you're using auto-overclocking—are you okay with keeping it enabled? You didn't discuss your cooler, case, or fans either. Other factors could be involved, such as poor cooler installation, incorrect thermal paste application, or improperly set BIOS configurations. We're still in the dark without more details from you.
i changed the thermal paste but had to replace the motherboard later; i haven't applied a new paste yet. it's been two days since the change. should i do it again?
this is my first time owning a z-board, so i'm not very familiar with it. it seems to be set to auto overclock in the settings. it's using default settings. i have a corsair spec 1 case with three fans—two front and one back—and it runs at about 1000 rpm. i'm using a thermaltake cooler. i don't think the old cpu reached such high temperatures, though i haven't checked it recently; i did test it to see.
When you detach the cooler from the CPU, it’s recommended to apply a new paste. Did you do that?
I’m unsure which cooler you’re using.
I have no idea about "auto overclocking," but if I were concerned about temperatures, turning it off would be the best choice right now.
I don’t know if you’ve tried that either.
I don’t know the extent of your overclocking... if any.
Have you tried running the case fans at speeds above 1000 rpm?
I’m not sure if those fans are good, bad, or average.
It seems the temperatures on your old 4770 are unclear, so it’s possible your current temps are similar.
Not enough information to judge much at the moment... overclocking, cooler, thermal paste, and case fans remain potential concerns. Unless you’re sure about higher temperatures than the 4770.
Perhaps your case provides mediocre airflow... another possibility.
Or maybe your games are very demanding? Or maybe not. Not enough details provided.
Which CPU cooler do you possess?
Avoid auto overclocking, as it may cause excessive voltage consumption, raising temperatures and potentially shortening the device's lifespan.
I don't know the exact details about your motherboard, so you should check if any auto oc is enabled. If not, it's best to search for guides related to your CPU and board for manual setup. I followed a similar approach with my old Z87 and 4670k. Based on what I saw, it should be fine for light overclocking.