Socket temperatures can rise significantly when using the FX 8320e.
Socket temperatures can rise significantly when using the FX 8320e.
So I'm overclocking my FX 8320e. It's running at 4.4ghz with a voltage of 1.32v under load. The CPU never exceeds 52c, but the socket temperature climbs to 78c during spikes. I thought the socket temperatures shouldn't surpass 70c. I have a fan blowing directly on the VRM heatsink and a Hyper 212 Evo in push/pull mode.
What are the acceptable temperatures for the socket?
For effective cooling of the CPU and nearby parts, it's recommended to use a CPU cooler with a top-down airflow configuration.
http://asrock.com/mb/AMD/970M%20Pro3/?cat=CPU
Overclocking has caused your board to overheat, which is common for most 970 models.
For cooling the CPU and nearby parts, it's recommended to use a CPU cooler with a top-down airflow design.
http://asrock.com/mb/AMD/970M%20Pro3/?cat=CPU
Your overclocking has caused the board to overheat, which is common on 970 boards. I've installed a fan that blows directly down the VRM, and cooling should now be more effective.