Request Assistance – i7-4790K overheating during stock configuration and overclocking problems.
Request Assistance – i7-4790K overheating during stock configuration and overclocking problems.
Hey, I see you shared this on Reddit and are looking for some guidance. The issue seems to be with your new i7-4790K CPU not handling stress tests properly. It’s currently throttling to 100°C under stock settings even when running at 4.7GHz and 1.29V. You’ve already set BIOS to stock and enabled FIXED mode, but the problem persists. The CMOS is cleared and default settings were loaded before any changes. Have you tried adjusting the thermal throttle limits or checking for firmware updates? Let me know if you want more specific steps.
The 4790K was priced at a certain amount, purchased from a specific seller via a particular platform. The processor voltages have been reset to their default settings by clearing the CMOS. It appears the device is compatible with the most recent BIOS version that supports the 4790K, as both the 4690K and 4790K are available in Devil's Canyon.
Assume the CPU was overclocked unless there was a NIB and Intel's tampering tape intact on the box. I’d reach out to the seller regarding the processor, since it would likely perform normally once the CMOS is cleared.
Sure, everything seems to be working well so far. It's running smoothly in Warzone at around 54°F. The system is set to 4.7GHz with a Vcore of 1.29 and passed a 10-minute run on OCCT. I'm planning to experiment further to see how it behaves. No major concerns noticed from what I've mentioned.