Ryzen 7 5800X running idle between 65-70°C, need advice
Ryzen 7 5800X running idle between 65-70°C, need advice
I think you're referring to a temperature around 35-40°C during idle, though I haven't verified the idle settings. Right now I'm here, watching a video while handling a game that's only halfway done with many other tasks running, and I'm at 38°C.
Discussing idle temperatures is common, but the key factor is performance load. Run a Cinebench R23 with multiple cores and capture data on temperature, clock speed, power usage, and core voltage. Ideally, take a quick screenshot of Ryzen Master during operation.
I adjusted the CPU voltage in BIOS to 1.375 following Makaroni's advice. Temperatures dropped to roughly 53-56°C. After running Cinebench R23, it peaked at about 73.3°C with fans at full speed. I’m considering disconnecting and reconnecting my Commander Core later today and repasting the CPU.
3.5Ghz all core performance is off—something needs fixing. My 5800x still hits 4.7Ghz all core, 82c and 155W during the same Cinebench test. You should reset the BIOS and undo all recent adjustments. Switching to a different cooler might help. Your tweaks to PPT/TDC/EDC lowered temps but hurt performance.
You're asking whether the issue is with your current cooler or if it's simply not meeting expectations. If it's the latter, I'd suggest exploring other options. For recommendations, let me know your preferences and I can suggest suitable models.
This discussion will follow the same pattern as yesterday’s. A cooler adjustment is merely trying to diagnose any possible issue with the device you’re using.
I was keeping high temperatures on my 5900x while it idled at high 50s to low 60s with strong airflow and a Noctua D15 cooler. After discovering AMD's Curve optimizer, my idle temps dropped to mid-high 40s. That resource video is great if you're interested. Cooler temps usually mean better performance.
Curve Optimizer truly amazing. It’s important to note that idle temperatures are irrelevant. What counts are full load temperatures and the clock speed you can maintain under those conditions. A low-voltage setting combined with a high clock speed provides the best results.
I'm just impressed by the situation. That temperature with an AIO at around 34°C during casual browsing, with multiple background processes possibly reaching 38°C if I watch a 4K video. Could you help me with this? Please set your core voltages to default, disable the ICUE and all startup programs. Restart your BIOS to the latest version, perform a full CMOS reset, and re-seat the CPU. If possible, use a thermal paste that provides good contact—consider options like Thermal Gryzly Kryonaut, Noctua, or Arctic MX5 Kinging KPX. When installing the AIO, make sure everything is secure and there are no loose parts. After resetting your BIOS, enter it and ensure XMP is enabled. Reset the Ryzen master, then restart your PC. After that, run a benchmark like Cinebench R23; aim for a score between 14,500 and 15,000. Your average clock speed should be around 4450–4500, so you won’t be experiencing significant throttling. I’ll be back home in about five hours to review everything, including BIOS settings (I use a Gigabyte motherboard). One thing to note: some users report that Asus boards sometimes apply extra voltage to CPUs.