Processing speeds are excessively high while the AIO fails to dissipate heat.
Processing speeds are excessively high while the AIO fails to dissipate heat.
OP didn't specify the chip, but the R23 screenshot shows i7-10700K. Intel confirms this CPU supports up to 100°C. 70°C should be fine. https://www.intel.com/content/www/us/en/...tions.html Updated June 28, 2022 by An0maly_76 Added more info
That's correct, but the CPU shouldn't overheat this much, particularly with the AIO I'm using. Whenever I hit those high temperatures (around 90°C+), my CPU throttles, which I don't want.
It's confirmed for 100C. Your original note about 90+ wasn't included, but 70C is still within safe limits. This suggests the CPU isn't overheating. The thermal throttling you mentioned, with no heat escaping the AIO or radiators, points to a blockage or air in the system. @BurntIce06 you might want to use an infrared heat gun or manually check the setup to identify the hotspot. If all parts are equally warm, air might be restricting coolant flow. Replenishing the system and keeping the reservoir open helps remove trapped air. I generally advise against liquid cooling due to setup complexity and troubleshooting challenges. Updated June 29, 2022 by An0maly_76
I attempted to relocate my PC and adjusted the hoses, but nothing improved. I’m considering sending the AIO to Lian Li for a professional diagnosis since I believe this issue is beyond my ability to resolve. I’ve tested the system under various loads—like playing Valorant or Minecraft—but temperatures remain consistently high at 90°C or more. It seems the cooling system is struggling to keep up with the heat generated.
If it's blocked, should I reach out to Lian Li and submit a return request for the AIO since there aren't many options left? I've already tried rearranging the PC and pipes, but nothing seems to be resolving the issue.
The only action you can take is to empty the system and take out the radiators. Place a new piece of tubing at the outlet in the direction of flow and force it strongly against the water. This should clear any blockages. Using an air compressor with the right tool helps confirm if there was an obstruction initially. If the system remains hot only at the CPU and GPU, it suggests the pump isn’t functioning properly. Edited June 29, 2022 by An0maly_76 Updated with additional details
I’d consider repositioning the heatsink on the CPU itself (cleaning and reapplying paste). It might just be a loose fit. The sudden high temperatures right after turning it on or using anything seems to point to a problem. I’ve faced similar issues with my 7700k using h60 and temperatures above 90°C. After trying to re-seat and checking the temps, it became clear the initial installation was wrong.
It wouldn't be realistic for an Intel 10700K to reach 100°C at 4400MHz across all cores with a 360mm AIO setup. The issue likely lies in the waterblock fit or the pump's performance.
The image displaying HWinfo data under CBR23 reveals temperatures above 98°C across all cores, with a peak of 100°C overall...indicating thermal limits have been exceeded and the CPU is throttling.