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Reducing clock speed for performance optimization.

Reducing clock speed for performance optimization.

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FrozenFlare16
Junior Member
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04-08-2023, 09:02 PM
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Checking for a simpler method to lower the temps on your system. The CPU is 7 5700X, GPU 4060Ti, with a 16GB RAM and AORUS Pro AX motherboard. Current limits are 70°C for CPU, 80°C for GPU, and idle temps around 45-50°C for CPU and 50-60°C for GPU. You want to reduce these numbers to extend life and avoid overclocking.
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FrozenFlare16
04-08-2023, 09:02 PM #1

Checking for a simpler method to lower the temps on your system. The CPU is 7 5700X, GPU 4060Ti, with a 16GB RAM and AORUS Pro AX motherboard. Current limits are 70°C for CPU, 80°C for GPU, and idle temps around 45-50°C for CPU and 50-60°C for GPU. You want to reduce these numbers to extend life and avoid overclocking.

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Rosestwo
Junior Member
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04-09-2023, 07:02 PM
#2
You're asking why you'd want to slow down the clock? Those temperatures are far beyond safe limits, leaving plenty of room before things get risky. The chips will automatically reduce performance before any harm can occur.
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Rosestwo
04-09-2023, 07:02 PM #2

You're asking why you'd want to slow down the clock? Those temperatures are far beyond safe limits, leaving plenty of room before things get risky. The chips will automatically reduce performance before any harm can occur.

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Katsumi24
Junior Member
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04-11-2023, 12:26 PM
#3
Underclocking offers little benefit since temperatures are already optimal.
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Katsumi24
04-11-2023, 12:26 PM #3

Underclocking offers little benefit since temperatures are already optimal.

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Votel185
Member
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05-02-2023, 06:35 AM
#4
Keep your PC cool is the main goal. Your idle temperatures seem to raise the whole case, making me worried about potential damage from heat since there’s no fan—only the CPU cooler and GPU for airflow.
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Votel185
05-02-2023, 06:35 AM #4

Keep your PC cool is the main goal. Your idle temperatures seem to raise the whole case, making me worried about potential damage from heat since there’s no fan—only the CPU cooler and GPU for airflow.

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ThePikaGP
Junior Member
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05-03-2023, 08:00 AM
#5
The CPU and GPU are the most critical components in the unit. The rest will feel much cooler, and a computer can handle fairly high temperatures without issues. No need to slow down performance here.
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ThePikaGP
05-03-2023, 08:00 AM #5

The CPU and GPU are the most critical components in the unit. The rest will feel much cooler, and a computer can handle fairly high temperatures without issues. No need to slow down performance here.

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paisday
Junior Member
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05-08-2023, 12:13 PM
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These low temperatures are typical. It won<|pad|> a bit managing them for extended periods at those levels. No need to be concerned.
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paisday
05-08-2023, 12:13 PM #6

These low temperatures are typical. It won<|pad|> a bit managing them for extended periods at those levels. No need to be concerned.

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LiamMazurek
Member
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05-24-2023, 02:33 AM
#7
These temperatures are excellent and won’t cause any harm. To address your query, there isn’t a straightforward method to underclock like with overclocking. You’ll face a similar process as manual overclocking—adjust settings, start up, check stability, and iterate. Honestly, your effort in achieving such low temps inside a mini case was impressive.
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LiamMazurek
05-24-2023, 02:33 AM #7

These temperatures are excellent and won’t cause any harm. To address your query, there isn’t a straightforward method to underclock like with overclocking. You’ll face a similar process as manual overclocking—adjust settings, start up, check stability, and iterate. Honestly, your effort in achieving such low temps inside a mini case was impressive.

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noodle54
Member
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05-30-2023, 02:22 PM
#8
I believe there is. Adjust the CPU by reducing its max frequency (uncertain for AMD), and lower the GPU temperature or power limits. Done. Though I concur with others on the nonproblem, I still suggest gently undervolting the GPU instead of underclocking. This cuts heat while keeping performance steady. Simple. Edited July 17, 2025 by leclod
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noodle54
05-30-2023, 02:22 PM #8

I believe there is. Adjust the CPU by reducing its max frequency (uncertain for AMD), and lower the GPU temperature or power limits. Done. Though I concur with others on the nonproblem, I still suggest gently undervolting the GPU instead of underclocking. This cuts heat while keeping performance steady. Simple. Edited July 17, 2025 by leclod

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ApolloGam3r
Member
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05-31-2023, 07:27 AM
#9
To lower temperatures, avoid lowering component speeds. Managing power usage controls heat production. Limiting CPU and graphics power reduces their draw, which in turn cuts down heat. This approach may slow performance, but it keeps temperatures within acceptable ranges. For the CPU, tools like Ryzen Master or AMD Overclocking settings in BIOS help adjust PPT, EDC, and TDC. With the graphics card, MSI Afterburner lets you adjust power limits via a slider.
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ApolloGam3r
05-31-2023, 07:27 AM #9

To lower temperatures, avoid lowering component speeds. Managing power usage controls heat production. Limiting CPU and graphics power reduces their draw, which in turn cuts down heat. This approach may slow performance, but it keeps temperatures within acceptable ranges. For the CPU, tools like Ryzen Master or AMD Overclocking settings in BIOS help adjust PPT, EDC, and TDC. With the graphics card, MSI Afterburner lets you adjust power limits via a slider.