overheating issue detected in i7-8700K at 1.20V and above, Corsair H115i recommended
overheating issue detected in i7-8700K at 1.20V and above, Corsair H115i recommended
The discussion revolves around achieving better performance through overclocking and delidding the 8700K CPU. Several users share their experiences, noting that at 4.8GHz, temperatures reach the 80s Celsius range, which is considered normal for a good overclock. Some mention that spikes are typical and that an offset adaptive vcore could slightly improve stability. One person tried a delid solution using a cheap kit and found significant temperature drops—about 18 degrees Celsius—and felt much less stressed during the process. Another shared that they were initially hesitant but eventually succeeded with a stable 4.9GHz overclock at 1.278v, which was a huge improvement. There are also suggestions of affordable services offering delidding for around $50, making it a viable option. The consensus is that while the process can be challenging, the results are rewarding and the experience is satisfying.