Overheating CPU
Overheating CPU
The warranty depends on the manufacturer's terms and whether the damage occurred during normal use or after modification. If you bent the pins while removing the cooler, it might affect your coverage, especially if you installed it yourself in February. Check the specific warranty conditions for your product.
What are your current idle temps? Does the fan increase its noise with higher temps? Which tools are monitoring these readings? Is there sufficient airflow within your enclosure?
Use Ryzen Master or HWiNFO to monitor Ryzen temperatures, since other programs often give incorrect data.
Check your GPU settings and ensure it's optimized for gaming performance. Adjust power management to prioritize gaming mode. Consider upgrading to a higher-end GPU if possible.