F5F Stay Refreshed Hardware Desktop Overclocking can raise CPU temperatures initially, but once you stop it, those temperatures typically return to normal.

Overclocking can raise CPU temperatures initially, but once you stop it, those temperatures typically return to normal.

Overclocking can raise CPU temperatures initially, but once you stop it, those temperatures typically return to normal.

T
thehappy84
Senior Member
594
01-19-2023, 09:24 AM
#1
I’ve noticed many forms warning that overclocking can reduce CPU lifespan. When you increase temperatures by using a cooler with higher temps, will the overclock impact temperatures permanently? Or will they return to normal levels once you stop overclocking? Your brother uses the same cooler and CPU, but his CPU stays about 20 degrees cooler even without an overclock—did he ever run it overclocked before?
T
thehappy84
01-19-2023, 09:24 AM #1

I’ve noticed many forms warning that overclocking can reduce CPU lifespan. When you increase temperatures by using a cooler with higher temps, will the overclock impact temperatures permanently? Or will they return to normal levels once you stop overclocking? Your brother uses the same cooler and CPU, but his CPU stays about 20 degrees cooler even without an overclock—did he ever run it overclocked before?

O
OctoberKnight
Member
153
01-26-2023, 01:30 PM
#2
The OC doesn't alter temperatures long-term. Taking it out causes temperatures to drop. It's also improbable the OC will reduce your CPU lifespan unless you're operating it near 90-100°C.
O
OctoberKnight
01-26-2023, 01:30 PM #2

The OC doesn't alter temperatures long-term. Taking it out causes temperatures to drop. It's also improbable the OC will reduce your CPU lifespan unless you're operating it near 90-100°C.

O
Oatibx
Junior Member
15
01-26-2023, 01:43 PM
#3
Unless your case's airflow, GPU cooling, room conditions, etc match, you'll see varying temperatures. A prior overclock doesn't raise present temps.
O
Oatibx
01-26-2023, 01:43 PM #3

Unless your case's airflow, GPU cooling, room conditions, etc match, you'll see varying temperatures. A prior overclock doesn't raise present temps.

M
MafiaKing1
Junior Member
13
01-27-2023, 07:10 PM
#4
In theory, increased temperatures could cause the thermal paste to degrade more quickly, though it might not be obvious until it becomes apparent.
M
MafiaKing1
01-27-2023, 07:10 PM #4

In theory, increased temperatures could cause the thermal paste to degrade more quickly, though it might not be obvious until it becomes apparent.

V
vishon00
Junior Member
15
02-13-2023, 12:05 AM
#5
I'm idling between 60 and 70°C, just like before the intense overclock, so I'm concerned about it.
V
vishon00
02-13-2023, 12:05 AM #5

I'm idling between 60 and 70°C, just like before the intense overclock, so I'm concerned about it.

C
Cutie_Kitcat
Senior Member
644
02-13-2023, 11:01 AM
#6
You're experiencing high temperatures, so it's wise to swap the thermal paste and ensure proper ventilation. Don't worry about the exact CPU specs—just focus on cooling and airflow.
C
Cutie_Kitcat
02-13-2023, 11:01 AM #6

You're experiencing high temperatures, so it's wise to swap the thermal paste and ensure proper ventilation. Don't worry about the exact CPU specs—just focus on cooling and airflow.

G
gameraloguapo
Member
198
03-07-2023, 08:26 AM
#7
It's possible you reduced the clocks but didn't adjust the voltages as well.
G
gameraloguapo
03-07-2023, 08:26 AM #7

It's possible you reduced the clocks but didn't adjust the voltages as well.