System temperature spikes unexpectedly high.
System temperature spikes unexpectedly high.
Same situation, same setup. CPU suddenly hits 100°C even at low usage. Works fine otherwise. I checked specs and noticed this only happened in EA Skate, not other games. Recently replaced cooler, but still gets hot. No changes made recently, so it’s puzzling. Looking into possible causes—could be a known problem with this chip under certain loads? I’m open to testing or more details. I don’t want just a generic fix like buying a better cooler; I need to understand why this is happening.
CPU activity statistics can be confusing. A 39% utilization figure might represent every core operating at 39%, or it could mean four cores running at full capacity while others are idle. Use a resource monitor or specialized tools such as HWinfo64 for detailed per-core performance data, as the Task Manager only displays overall usage.
The 13700K operates at a high temperature but remains manageable. Random overheating doesn't happen, suggesting a cooler-related issue. If using air cooling: - Verify the cooler fan is functioning - Replace the cooler if needed? When using water cooling (more probable here): - Feel both hoses; identify which is warmer - > A significantly hotter hose indicates a failing pump or obstruction in the system - Replace it. - > If both hoses are warm, the radiator isn't performing adequately - Ensure radiator fans are active and check if the radiator itself becomes overheated - > When neither hose is excessively hot, the pump could be faulty or the cooler may need repositioning for better contact.
Check if the BIOS has been updated after the CPU problems were found. https://www.asrock.com/MB/Intel/Z790-C/i...s.asp#BIOS
Thanks for the quick replies. To be honest, my first few weeks of playing were smooth with no problems. Probably this was just an early issue—since they didn’t release anti-cheat recently, it might have been there from the start. I’m using MSI Afterburner with RTSS, updating the CPU usage overlay and taking a screenshot. Unfortunately, the fan is still running and I only replaced the cooler once. I wonder if I can try again. The back of my PC is getting very hot, but even with a room fan on directly, it doesn’t help much. I should have mentioned this earlier, but it seems to be a new problem. I’m not sure yet, though—I’ll check my system version and give it another shot since I don’t have anything else to test.
I tested Cinebench right away and it reached 100°C instantly. After discussing with a colleague, I decided to run some CPU heatsink tests to check for hot spots beyond the surface layer, which stayed under 42°C. This suggests a possible problem with the cooler itself—maybe a fault or failure. Without specialized tools I don’t have, replacing the cooler seems like the only solution. I’m worried about buying something new without solid proof it’s needed, especially since a temporary fix might just cover up the real issue. I’ll let you know tomorrow after installing a new cooler.
it's a single unit with one fan. Once the reason for the abrupt shift is identified, I'd still think about a Thermalright Spirit SE with twin stacks, dual fans, seven heatpipes, priced at $35, and positive feedback. (tested on the same CPU as yours) https://www.amazon.com/Thermalrlght-Phan...r=8-6&th=1
In the end, I picked up a DeepCool AK620 from Canada Computers, installed it, and everything is working properly now. I still question what caused the other cooler to fail, but honestly, I had a rough time removing it, so I’m glad I can forget about it now. Thanks to everyone who shared their thoughts—I think it was just a poor cooler from the start, and spending $60 was worth it if it gets me back into gaming.